Veldur

Veldur is a village located in Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Guhagar (tehsildar office) and 135km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Veldur village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Veldur unique in its vibrant Guhagar-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Veldur’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 Veldur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Veldur is 565359. The village spans a total geographical area of 250 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415724. Chiplun is nearest town to Veldur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.

When it comes to local governance, Veldur 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.

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Population of Veldur

According to the 2011 Census, Veldur has a total population of about 264, with approximately 115 males and 149 females. The sex ratio is around 1295 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 21 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.73%, with male literacy at about 88.70% and female literacy near 60.40%. There are around 64 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Veldur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 264 115 149
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 21 8 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 192 102 90
Illiterate Population 72 13 59

Connectivity of Veldur

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Veldur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Veldur

Where is Veldur located?
Veldur village is situated in Guhagar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veldur?
Veldur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Veldur?
The pincode of Veldur is 415724, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Veldur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Veldur is 264, with 115 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Veldur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Veldur village has a total of 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veldur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Veldur is 72.73%. The male literacy rate is 88.70%, while the female literacy rate is 60.40%.