Velavadar
Velavadar is a village located in Wadhwan taluka of Surendranagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Wadhwan (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Surendranagar. As per 2009 stats, Velavadar village is also a gram panchayat.
Velavadar has its own place in the vibrant Surendranagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Velavadar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velavadar is 512204. The village spans a total geographical area of 2034.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363040. Surendranagar is nearest town to Velavadar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Velavadar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Wadhwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Velavadar
Below is a concise population overview of Velavadar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,063 | 2,113 | 1,950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 591 | 314 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 198 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,239 | 1,395 | 844 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,824 | 718 | 1,106 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Velavadar village:
- The total population of Velavadar village is around 4,063, including approximately 2,113 males and 1,950 females, with a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 591 children aged 0–6 years in Velavadar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Velavadar village has 400 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Velavadar village is about 55.11%, with male literacy at 66.02% and female literacy at 43.28%.
- There are around 709 households in Velavadar village.
Connectivity of Velavadar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velavadar. As per the 2011 stats, Velavadar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Velavadar
Knowing the nearby villages of Velavadar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velavadar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Velavadar
- Where is Velavadar located?
- Velavadar village is situated in Wadhwan Taluka, within the Surendranagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Velavadar?
- Velavadar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Velavadar?
- The pincode of Velavadar is 363040, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Velavadar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velavadar is 4,063, with 2,113 males and 1,950 females.
- How many households are there in Velavadar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Velavadar village has a total of 709 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Velavadar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velavadar is 55.11%. The male literacy rate is 66.02%, while the female literacy rate is 43.28%.