Velavadar - Wadhwan, Surendranagar
Velavadar is a village situated in the Wadhwan taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadhwan and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Velavadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velavadar is 512204. The village covers a total geographical area of 2034.52 hectares and falls under the 363040 pincode. Surendranagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Velavadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wadhwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velavadar
According to the 2011 Census, Velavadar village had a total population of 4,063 people, including 2,113 males and 1,950 females, living in 709 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.49%, with male literacy at 77.54% and female literacy at 50.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 400, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Velavadar
Velavadar 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 Velavadar
Velavadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surendranagar to Velavadar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velavadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velavadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velavadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velavadar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Velavadar
Where is Velavadar located?
Velavadar village is located in Wadhwan Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velavadar?
Velavadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velavadar?
The pincode of Velavadar is 363040.
What is the population of Velavadar?
Velavadar had a total population of 4,063, including 2,113 males and 1,950 females.
How many households are there in Velavadar?
Velavadar had 709 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velavadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velavadar was 64.49%. Male literacy was 77.54% and female literacy was 50.45%.