Velapi
About Velapi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Velapi village is 623273. Velapi village is located in Gauribidanur taluka of Chikkaballapura district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Gauribidanur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Chikkaballapur. As per 2009 stats, Melya is the gram panchayat of Velapi village.
The total geographical area of village is 546.57 hectares. Velapi has a total population of 1,044 peoples, out of which male population is 525 while female population is 519. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 988 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of velapi village is 55.46% out of which 62.48% males and 48.36% females are literate. There are about 235 houses in velapi village. Pincode of velapi village locality is 561208.
When it comes to administration, Velapi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Velapi village comes under Gauribidanur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chikkballapur Lok Sabha constituency. Gauribidanur is nearest town to velapi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Velapi
The population details of Velapi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,044 | 525 | 519 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 113 | 51 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 239 | 119 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 302 | 155 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 579 | 328 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 197 | 268 |
Connectivity of Velapi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Velapi
Where is Velapi located?
Velapi village is situated in Gauribidanur Taluka, within the Chikkaballapura district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velapi?
The Gram Panchayat of Velapi is Melya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Velapi?
The pincode of Velapi is 561208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Velapi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velapi is 1,044, with 525 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Velapi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Velapi village has a total of 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velapi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velapi is 55.46%. The male literacy rate is 62.48%, while the female literacy rate is 48.36%.