Velas Agar
Velas Agar is a village located in Shrivardhan tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Shrivardhan (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Velas is the gram panchayat of Velas Agar village.
Velas Agar 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 Velas Agar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velas Agar is 554809. The village spans a total geographical area of 306 hectares. Shrivardhan is nearest town to Velas Agar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Velas Agar
Below is a concise population overview of Velas Agar 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 | 571 | 293 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 241 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 52 | 73 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Velas Agar village:
- The total population of Velas Agar village is around 571, including approximately 293 males and 278 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Velas Agar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Velas Agar village has 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Velas Agar village is about 78.11%, with male literacy at 82.25% and female literacy at 73.74%.
- There are around 161 households in Velas Agar village.
Connectivity of Velas Agar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velas Agar. As per the 2011 stats, Velas Agar 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 Velas Agar
Knowing the nearby villages of Velas Agar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velas Agar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Velas Agar
- Where is Velas Agar located?
- Velas Agar village is situated in Shrivardhan Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Velas Agar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Velas Agar is Velas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Velas Agar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velas Agar is 571, with 293 males and 278 females.
- How many households are there in Velas Agar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Velas Agar village has a total of 161 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Velas Agar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velas Agar is 78.11%. The male literacy rate is 82.25%, while the female literacy rate is 73.74%.