Velkhedi
Velkhedi is a village located in Akrani tehsil of Nandurbar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 104km away from sub-district headquarter Dhadgaon (tehsildar office) and 123km away from district headquarter Nandurbar. As per 2009 stats, Velkhedi village is also a gram panchayat.
Velkhedi has its own place in the vibrant Nandurbar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Velkhedi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velkhedi is 525245. The village spans a total geographical area of 30.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 425414. Shahade is nearest town to Velkhedi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 85km away.
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Population of Velkhedi
Below is a concise population overview of Velkhedi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 2,488 | 1,242 | 1,246 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 635 | 316 | 319 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,487 | 1,241 | 1,246 |
Literate Population | 543 | 329 | 214 |
Illiterate Population | 1,945 | 913 | 1,032 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Velkhedi village:
- The total population of Velkhedi village is around 2,488, including approximately 1,242 males and 1,246 females, with a sex ratio of 1003 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 635 children aged 0–6 years in Velkhedi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Velkhedi village has 2,487 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Velkhedi village is about 21.82%, with male literacy at 26.49% and female literacy at 17.17%.
- There are around 428 households in Velkhedi village.
Connectivity of Velkhedi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velkhedi. As per the 2011 stats, Velkhedi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Velkhedi
Knowing the nearby villages of Velkhedi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velkhedi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Velkhedi
- Where is Velkhedi located?
- Velkhedi village is situated in Akrani Tehsil, within the Nandurbar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Velkhedi?
- Velkhedi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Velkhedi?
- The pincode of Velkhedi is 425414, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Velkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velkhedi is 2,488, with 1,242 males and 1,246 females.
- How many households are there in Velkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Velkhedi village has a total of 428 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Velkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velkhedi is 21.82%. The male literacy rate is 26.49%, while the female literacy rate is 17.17%.