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.
Here you can discover what makes Veral unique in its vibrant Lanja-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Veral’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 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.
Google Map of Veral
Population of Veral
According to the 2011 Census, Veral has a total population of about 1,005, with approximately 458 males and 547 females. The sex ratio is around 1194 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 85 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 242 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.36%, with male literacy at about 80.57% and female literacy near 58.14%. There are around 246 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Veral's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.