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.
Veldur has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri 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 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.
Google Map of Veldur
Population of Veldur
Below is a concise population overview of Veldur 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Veldur village:
- The total population of Veldur village is around 264, including approximately 115 males and 149 females, with a sex ratio of 1295 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Veldur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Veldur village is about 72.73%, with male literacy at 88.70% and female literacy at 60.40%.
- There are around 64 households in Veldur village.
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%.