Velhale - Bhusawal, Jalgaon
Velhale is a village situated in the Bhusawal tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhusawal and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Velhale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velhale is 527132. The village covers a total geographical area of 2573 hectares and falls under the 425305 pincode. Bhusaval is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Bhusawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velhale
As per Census 2011, Velhale village has a total population of 2,127 people, consisting of 1,064 males and 1,063 females. The village has 514 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,491 literate and 636 illiterate residents. Additionally, 368 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 212 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velhale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,127 | 1,064 | 1,063 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 142 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 178 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 113 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 1,491 | 796 | 695 |
| Illiterate Population | 636 | 268 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Velhale
Velhale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manyarkhede | North | 3.55 km |
| Susari | East | 3.88 km |
| Khandale | West | 4.39 km |
| Kinhi | West | 4.56 km |
| Vichave | South | 4.79 km |
| Shindi | South-West | 4.86 km |
| Sakari | North-West | 5.62 km |
| Golegaon Kh | South-East | 5.78 km |
| Jadgaon | North | 5.87 km |
| Dhanori | South-East | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Velhale
Public transport in the Velhale is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Varangaon, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhusaval to Velhale is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Velhale is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Velhale
Where is Velhale located?
Velhale village is located in Bhusawal Tehsil, Jalgaon 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 425305.
What is the population of Velhale?
Velhale has a total population of 2,127, including 1,064 males and 1,063 females.
How many households are there in Velhale?
There are 514 households in Velhale.
What is the literacy rate in Velhale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velhale is 70.10%. Male literacy is 74.81% and female literacy is 65.38%.