Velas
About Velas
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Velas village is 564746. Velas village is located in Mandangad tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 73km away from sub-district headquarter Mandangad (tehsildar office) and 211km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Velas village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 272 hectares. Velas has a total population of 582 peoples, out of which male population is 306 while female population is 276. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 901 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of velas village is 76.63% out of which 81.37% males and 71.38% females are literate. There are about 157 houses in velas village.
When it comes to administration, Velas village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Velas village comes under Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Khed is nearest town to velas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 77km away.
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Population of Velas
The population details of Velas cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 582 | 306 | 276 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 446 | 249 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 57 | 79 |
Connectivity of Velas
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Velas
Where is Velas located?
Velas village is situated in Mandangad Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velas?
Velas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Velas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velas is 582, with 306 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Velas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Velas village has a total of 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velas is 76.63%. The male literacy rate is 81.37%, while the female literacy rate is 71.38%.