Velaste

Velaste is a village located in Murud tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Murud (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Welaste is the gram panchayat of Velaste village.

Velaste has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Velaste

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velaste is 554248. The village spans a total geographical area of 1526.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 402401. Murud is nearest town to Velaste village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Velaste

Below is a concise population overview of Velaste as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 832 407 425
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 67 37 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 24 13 11
Literate Population 655 346 309
Illiterate Population 177 61 116

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Velaste village:

  • The total population of Velaste village is around 832, including approximately 407 males and 425 females, with a sex ratio of 1044 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 67 children aged 0–6 years in Velaste village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Velaste village has 24 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Velaste village is about 78.73%, with male literacy at 85.01% and female literacy at 72.71%.
  • There are around 170 households in Velaste village.

Connectivity of Velaste

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velaste. As per the 2011 stats, Velaste had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Velaste

Knowing the nearby villages of Velaste helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velaste.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Velaste

Where is Velaste located?
Velaste village is situated in Murud Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velaste?
The Gram Panchayat of Velaste is Welaste (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Velaste?
The pincode of Velaste is 402401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Velaste as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velaste is 832, with 407 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Velaste as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Velaste village has a total of 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velaste as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velaste is 78.73%. The male literacy rate is 85.01%, while the female literacy rate is 72.71%.