Velapur - Kopargaon, Ahilyanagar
Velapur is a village situated in the Kopargaon tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Kopargaon and around 112 km from Ahmadnagar. Velapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velapur is 557500. The village covers a total geographical area of 898.33 hectares and falls under the 423602 pincode. Kopargaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Velapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kopargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velapur
As per Census 2011, Velapur village has a total population of 3,027 people, consisting of 1,561 males and 1,466 females. The village has 619 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,105 literate and 922 illiterate residents. Additionally, 391 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 780 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,027 | 1,561 | 1,466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 194 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 391 | 199 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 780 | 400 | 380 |
| Literate Population | 2,105 | 1,192 | 913 |
| Illiterate Population | 922 | 369 | 553 |
Nearby Villages of Velapur
Velapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Karwadi | West | 2.18 km |
| Suregaon | East | 2.41 km |
| Manjur | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Bharatpur | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Mayegaon Devi | North | 4.13 km |
| Kolgaon Thadi | South-East | 4.69 km |
| Laxmanpur | South | 4.84 km |
| Kolpewadi | East | 4.92 km |
| Handewadi | West | 5.00 km |
| Kolgaonmal | South | 5.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Velapur
Velapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kopargaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kopargaon to Velapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Velapur is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Velapur
Where is Velapur located?
Velapur village is located in Kopargaon Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velapur?
Velapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velapur?
The pincode of Velapur is 423602.
What is the population of Velapur?
Velapur has a total population of 3,027, including 1,561 males and 1,466 females.
How many households are there in Velapur?
There are 619 households in Velapur.
What is the literacy rate in Velapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velapur is 69.54%. Male literacy is 76.36% and female literacy is 62.28%.