Vetkond
About Vetkond
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Vetkond village is 565257. Vetkond village is located in Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Chiplun (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Terav is the gram panchayat of Vetkond village.
The total geographical area of village is 234 hectares. Vetkond has a total population of 432 peoples, out of which male population is 215 while female population is 217. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1009 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of vetkond village is 68.52% out of which 76.28% males and 60.83% females are literate. There are about 101 houses in vetkond village.
When it comes to administration, Vetkond village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Vetkond village comes under Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Chiplun is nearest town to vetkond village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Vetkond
The population details of Vetkond cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 432 | 215 | 217 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 53 | 33 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 296 | 164 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 51 | 85 |
Connectivity of Vetkond
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vetkond
Where is Vetkond located?
Vetkond village is situated in Chiplun Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vetkond?
The Gram Panchayat of Vetkond is Terav (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Vetkond as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vetkond is 432, with 215 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Vetkond as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vetkond village has a total of 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vetkond as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vetkond is 68.52%. The male literacy rate is 76.28%, while the female literacy rate is 60.83%.