Velala (Dhrangadhra) - Muli, Surendranagar
Velala (Dhrangadhra) is a village situated in the Muli taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muli and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Velala (Dhrangadhra) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velala (Dhrangadhra) is 512266. The village covers a total geographical area of 1560.61 hectares and falls under the 363310 pincode. Thangadh is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Velala (Dhrangadhra) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velala (Dhrangadhra)
As per Census 2011, Velala (Dhrangadhra) village has a total population of 2,351 people, consisting of 1,193 males and 1,158 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 448 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,147 literate and 1,204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 370 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velala (Dhrangadhra) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,351 | 1,193 | 1,158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 221 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 192 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 1,147 | 713 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,204 | 480 | 724 |
Nearby Villages of Velala (Dhrangadhra)
Velala (Dhrangadhra) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Velala (Dhrangadhra)
Public transport in the Velala (Dhrangadhra) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thangadh to Velala (Dhrangadhra) is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Velala (Dhrangadhra) is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velala (Dhrangadhra)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velala (Dhrangadhra) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Velala (Dhrangadhra)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velala (Dhrangadhra) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Velala (Dhrangadhra)
Where is Velala (Dhrangadhra) located?
Velala (Dhrangadhra) village is located in Muli Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velala (Dhrangadhra)?
Velala (Dhrangadhra) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velala (Dhrangadhra)?
The pincode of Velala (Dhrangadhra) is 363310.
What is the population of Velala (Dhrangadhra)?
Velala (Dhrangadhra) has a total population of 2,351, including 1,193 males and 1,158 females.
How many households are there in Velala (Dhrangadhra)?
There are 360 households in Velala (Dhrangadhra).
What is the literacy rate in Velala (Dhrangadhra)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velala (Dhrangadhra) is 48.79%. Male literacy is 59.77% and female literacy is 37.48%.