Veral - Khed, Ratnagiri
Veral is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khed and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Veral village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veral is 565032. The village covers a total geographical area of 502.81 hectares and falls under the 415621 pincode. Khed is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Veral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veral
According to the 2011 Census, Veral village had a total population of 3,171 people, including 1,584 males and 1,587 females, living in 721 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.88%, with male literacy at 91.45% and female literacy at 80.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 262, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,171 | 1,584 | 1,587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 192 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 131 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 2,402 | 1,273 | 1,129 |
| Illiterate Population | 769 | 311 | 458 |
Nearby Villages of Veral
Veral is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Veral
Veral is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Veral has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khed to Veral is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Veral is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veral
Where is Veral located?
Veral village is located in Khed Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veral?
Veral is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veral?
The pincode of Veral is 415621.
What is the population of Veral?
Veral had a total population of 3,171, including 1,584 males and 1,587 females.
How many households are there in Veral?
Veral had 721 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veral was 85.88%. Male literacy was 91.45% and female literacy was 80.36%.