Mul Velas - Shrivardhan, Raigad
Mul Velas is a village situated in the Shrivardhan tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Shrivardhan and around 86 km from Alibag. Velas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mul Velas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mul Velas is 554808. The village covers a total geographical area of 245 hectares and falls under the 402403 pincode. Shrivardhan is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mul Velas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrivardhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mul Velas
According to the 2011 Census, Mul Velas village had a total population of 386 people, including 151 males and 235 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 1,556 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.47%, with male literacy at 92.97% and female literacy at 81.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 386 | 151 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 119 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 32 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Mul Velas
Mul Velas 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 Mul Velas
Mul Velas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shrivardhan to Mul Velas is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Mul Velas is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mul Velas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mul Velas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mul Velas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mul Velas 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mul Velas
Where is Mul Velas located?
Mul Velas village is located in Shrivardhan Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mul Velas?
The Gram Panchayat of Mul Velas is Velas.
What is the pincode of Mul Velas?
The pincode of Mul Velas is 402403.
What is the population of Mul Velas?
Mul Velas had a total population of 386, including 151 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Mul Velas?
Mul Velas had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mul Velas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mul Velas was 85.47%. Male literacy was 92.97% and female literacy was 81.02%.