Veldur - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Veldur is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Veldur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veldur is 565359. The village covers a total geographical area of 250 hectares and falls under the 415703 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Veldur 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 Veldur
As per Census 2011, Veldur village has a total population of 264 people, consisting of 115 males and 149 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,295 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 192 literate and 72 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veldur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 264 | 115 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 102 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 13 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Veldur
Veldur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhopave | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Gharatwadi Tarf Veldur | South | 1.40 km |
| Navanagar | North | 1.70 km |
| Peth Anjanwel | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Tetale | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Sakhari Kh. | East | 2.93 km |
| Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Sakhari Bk. | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Katalwadi Tarf Anjanwel | South | 3.43 km |
| Palkot Sakhari Trishul | East | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veldur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Veldur. The nearest railway station is Anjani, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiplun to Veldur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Veldur is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veldur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veldur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Veldur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veldur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veldur
Where is Veldur located?
Veldur village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veldur?
Veldur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veldur?
The pincode of Veldur is 415703.
What is the population of Veldur?
Veldur has a total population of 264, including 115 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Veldur?
There are 64 households in Veldur.
What is the literacy rate in Veldur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veldur is 72.73%. Male literacy is 88.70% and female literacy is 60.40%.