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.
Here you can discover what makes Velavadar unique in its vibrant Wadhwan-Surendranagar region. You’ll see Velavadar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Velavadar
Population of Velavadar
According to the 2011 Census, Velavadar has a total population of about 4,063, with approximately 2,113 males and 1,950 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 591 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 400 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.11%, with male literacy at about 66.02% and female literacy near 43.28%. There are around 709 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Velavadar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.