Velhane Kh. - Parola, Jalgaon
Velhane Kh. is a village situated in the Parola tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parola and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Velhane Kh. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velhane Kh. is 527649. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.02 hectares and falls under the 425111 pincode. Parola is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Velhane Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Erandol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velhane Kh.
As per Census 2011, Velhane Kh. village has a total population of 2,207 people, consisting of 1,125 males and 1,082 females. The village has 431 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 333 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,585 literate and 622 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 721 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velhane Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,207 | 1,125 | 1,082 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 161 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 721 | 369 | 352 |
| Literate Population | 1,585 | 866 | 719 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 259 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Velhane Kh.
Velhane Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karmad Bk. | South | 1.75 km |
| Nimgul | West | 2.06 km |
| Dholi | North | 2.27 km |
| Patar Khede | East | 2.87 km |
| Bole | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Bodgaon | West | 4.64 km |
| Ratale | South-East | 4.97 km |
| Babre | North-West | 5.03 km |
| Karadi | North | 5.12 km |
| Kunjhar | South | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Velhane Kh.
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Velhane Kh.. The nearest railway station is Mordad Tanda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parola to Velhane Kh. is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Velhane Kh. is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velhane Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velhane Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Velhane Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velhane Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Velhane Kh.
Where is Velhane Kh. located?
Velhane Kh. village is located in Parola Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velhane Kh.?
Velhane Kh. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velhane Kh.?
The pincode of Velhane Kh. is 425111.
What is the population of Velhane Kh.?
Velhane Kh. has a total population of 2,207, including 1,125 males and 1,082 females.
How many households are there in Velhane Kh.?
There are 431 households in Velhane Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Velhane Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velhane Kh. is 71.82%. Male literacy is 76.98% and female literacy is 66.45%.