Velaneshwar
Velaneshwar is a village located in Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Guhagar (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Velneshwar is the gram panchayat of Velaneshwar village.
Here you can discover what makes Velaneshwar unique in its vibrant Guhagar-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Velaneshwar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Velaneshwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velaneshwar is 565432. The village spans a total geographical area of 847.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415729. Chiplun is nearest town to Velaneshwar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Velaneshwar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Velaneshwar
Population of Velaneshwar
According to the 2011 Census, Velaneshwar has a total population of about 3,347, with approximately 1,626 males and 1,721 females. The sex ratio is around 1058 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 278 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 12 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.34%, with male literacy at about 81.06% and female literacy near 67.98%. There are around 727 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Velaneshwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,347 | 1,626 | 1,721 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 150 | 128 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
Literate Population | 2,488 | 1,318 | 1,170 |
Illiterate Population | 859 | 308 | 551 |
Connectivity of Velaneshwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velaneshwar. As per the 2011 stats, Velaneshwar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Velaneshwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Velaneshwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velaneshwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Velaneshwar
- Where is Velaneshwar located?
- Velaneshwar village is situated in Guhagar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Velaneshwar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Velaneshwar is Velneshwar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Velaneshwar?
- The pincode of Velaneshwar is 415729, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Velaneshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velaneshwar is 3,347, with 1,626 males and 1,721 females.
- How many households are there in Velaneshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Velaneshwar village has a total of 727 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Velaneshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velaneshwar is 74.34%. The male literacy rate is 81.06%, while the female literacy rate is 67.98%.