Velhale - Sangamner, Ahilyanagar
Velhale is a village situated in the Sangamner tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Sangamner and around 107 km from Ahmadnagar. Velhale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velhale is 557335. The village covers a total geographical area of 1442 hectares and falls under the 422608 pincode. Sangamner is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Velhale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangamner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velhale
As per Census 2011, Velhale village has a total population of 4,639 people, consisting of 2,477 males and 2,162 females. The village has 867 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 630 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,135 literate and 1,504 illiterate residents. Additionally, 430 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 201 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velhale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,639 | 2,477 | 2,162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 630 | 354 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 430 | 235 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 115 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 3,135 | 1,801 | 1,334 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,504 | 676 | 828 |
Nearby Villages of Velhale
Velhale 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 Velhale
Velhale is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangamner to Velhale is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Velhale is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velhale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velhale 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Velhale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velhale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Velhale
Where is Velhale located?
Velhale village is located in Sangamner Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velhale?
Velhale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velhale?
The pincode of Velhale is 422608.
What is the population of Velhale?
Velhale has a total population of 4,639, including 2,477 males and 2,162 females.
How many households are there in Velhale?
There are 867 households in Velhale.
What is the literacy rate in Velhale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velhale is 67.58%. Male literacy is 72.71% and female literacy is 61.70%.