Veral

Veral is a village located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Veral village is also a gram panchayat.

Veral 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 Veral

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Veral is 565886. The village spans a total geographical area of 478.19 hectares. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Veral village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

When it comes to local governance, Veral 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 Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg 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 Veral

Below is a concise population overview of Veral as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,005 458 547
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 85 38 47
Scheduled Castes (SC) 242 106 136
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 687 369 318
Illiterate Population 318 89 229

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Veral village:

  • The total population of Veral village is around 1,005, including approximately 458 males and 547 females, with a sex ratio of 1194 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 85 children aged 0–6 years in Veral village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Veral village has 242 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Veral village is about 68.36%, with male literacy at 80.57% and female literacy at 58.14%.
  • There are around 246 households in Veral village.

Connectivity of Veral

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

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

Nearby Villages of Veral

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Veral

Where is Veral located?
Veral village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veral?
Veral serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Veral as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Veral is 1,005, with 458 males and 547 females.
How many households are there in Veral as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Veral village has a total of 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veral as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Veral is 68.36%. The male literacy rate is 80.57%, while the female literacy rate is 58.14%.