Veral - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Veral is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Veral village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veral is 565886. The village covers a total geographical area of 478.19 hectares and falls under the 416712 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 38 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 Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veral
As per Census 2011, Veral village has a total population of 1,005 people, consisting of 458 males and 547 females. The village has 246 households and a sex ratio of 1,194 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 687 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,005 | 458 | 547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 38 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 106 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 687 | 369 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 89 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Veral
Veral 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Muslimgaon | West | 1.41 km |
| Pateregaon | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Kangavali | East | 1.99 km |
| Devdhe | South | 2.59 km |
| Ghadashigaon | West | 2.68 km |
| Shirambavali | North | 2.93 km |
| Nandivali | North | 3.00 km |
| Padyar | West | 3.06 km |
| Anjanari | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Kurne | South-West | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veral
Veral is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratnagiri to Veral is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Veral
Where is Veral located?
Veral village is located in Lanja 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 416712.
What is the population of Veral?
Veral has a total population of 1,005, including 458 males and 547 females.
How many households are there in Veral?
There are 246 households in Veral.
What is the literacy rate in Veral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veral is 68.36%. Male literacy is 80.57% and female literacy is 58.14%.