Veljhar

Veljhar is a village located in Songadh taluka of Tapi district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Songadh (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Vyara. As per 2009 stats, Veljhar village is also a gram panchayat.

Veljhar has its own place in the vibrant Tapi 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 Veljhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Veljhar is 524575. The village spans a total geographical area of 587.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 394680. Songadh is nearest town to Veljhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Veljhar

Below is a concise population overview of Veljhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 874 426 448
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 74 34 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 871 425 446
Literate Population 492 260 232
Illiterate Population 382 166 216

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Veljhar village:

  • The total population of Veljhar village is around 874, including approximately 426 males and 448 females, with a sex ratio of 1051 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Veljhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Veljhar village has 871 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Veljhar village is about 56.29%, with male literacy at 61.03% and female literacy at 51.79%.
  • There are around 199 households in Veljhar village.

Connectivity of Veljhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Veljhar. As per the 2011 stats, Veljhar 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 Veljhar

Knowing the nearby villages of Veljhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Veljhar.

Patharda Vadi Bhensrot Singpur Vaghnera Dhajamba Chikhli Bhensrot Vajharda Bedvan P Bhensrot Ukhalda Jhadpati Galkhadi

Frequently Asked Questions about Veljhar

Where is Veljhar located?
Veljhar village is situated in Songadh Taluka, within the Tapi district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veljhar?
Veljhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Veljhar?
The pincode of Veljhar is 394680, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Veljhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Veljhar is 874, with 426 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Veljhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Veljhar village has a total of 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veljhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Veljhar is 56.29%. The male literacy rate is 61.03%, while the female literacy rate is 51.79%.