Velaneshwar - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Velaneshwar is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Velneshwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velaneshwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velaneshwar is 565432. The village covers a total geographical area of 847.99 hectares and falls under the 415729 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Velaneshwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velaneshwar
As per Census 2011, Velaneshwar village has a total population of 3,347 people, consisting of 1,626 males and 1,721 females. The village has 727 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,488 literate and 859 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velaneshwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,488 | 1,318 | 1,170 |
| Illiterate Population | 859 | 308 | 551 |
Nearby Villages of Velaneshwar
Velaneshwar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakhariagar | East | 1.52 km |
| Adoor | West | 2.09 km |
| Wadadai | East | 2.51 km |
| Nagazari | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Hedavi | South | 2.76 km |
| Umarath | East | 3.31 km |
| Umarath Kh. | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Kond Karul | West | 3.86 km |
| Barbhai | North | 3.92 km |
| Pimpar Kh. | East | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Velaneshwar
Velaneshwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Savarda, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chiplun to Velaneshwar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Velaneshwar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velaneshwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velaneshwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velaneshwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velaneshwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Velaneshwar
Where is Velaneshwar located?
Velaneshwar village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velaneshwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Velaneshwar is Velneshwar.
What is the pincode of Velaneshwar?
The pincode of Velaneshwar is 415729.
What is the population of Velaneshwar?
Velaneshwar has a total population of 3,347, including 1,626 males and 1,721 females.
How many households are there in Velaneshwar?
There are 727 households in Velaneshwar.
What is the literacy rate in Velaneshwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velaneshwar is 74.34%. Male literacy is 81.06% and female literacy is 67.98%.