Velhe Bk. - Velhe, Pune
Velhe Bk. is a village situated in the Velhe tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Velhe and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Welhe Bk. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velhe Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velhe Bk. is 556599. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.63 hectares and falls under the 412212 pincode. Pune is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Velhe Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velhe Bk.
As per Census 2011, Velhe Bk. village has a total population of 1,480 people, consisting of 746 males and 734 females. The village has 322 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,049 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velhe Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,480 | 746 | 734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 107 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 103 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 75 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 563 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 183 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Velhe Bk.
Velhe Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chapet | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Kondhavale Kh. | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Velhe Bk. Ghera | East | 2.03 km |
| Bhatti Wagdra | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Kondhavale Bk | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Brahmanghar | East | 2.70 km |
| Bopalghar | West | 2.74 km |
| Dhanep | North | 2.88 km |
| Hirpodi | East | 2.94 km |
| Vihir | North | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Velhe Bk.
Velhe Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Shivajinagar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.1 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 Pune to Velhe Bk. is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velhe Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velhe Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velhe Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velhe Bk. 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Velhe Bk.
Where is Velhe Bk. located?
Velhe Bk. village is located in Velhe Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velhe Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Velhe Bk. is Welhe Bk..
What is the pincode of Velhe Bk.?
The pincode of Velhe Bk. is 412212.
What is the population of Velhe Bk.?
Velhe Bk. has a total population of 1,480, including 746 males and 734 females.
How many households are there in Velhe Bk.?
There are 322 households in Velhe Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Velhe Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velhe Bk. is 70.88%. Male literacy is 75.47% and female literacy is 66.21%.