Velas
Velas is a village 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.
Velas 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 Velas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velas is 564746. The village spans a total geographical area of 272 hectares. Khed is nearest town to Velas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 77km away.
When it comes to local governance, Velas 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 Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Velas
Population of Velas
Below is a concise population overview of Velas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 582 | 306 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 446 | 249 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 57 | 79 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Velas village:
- The total population of Velas village is around 582, including approximately 306 males and 276 females, with a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 55 children aged 0–6 years in Velas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Velas village has 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Velas village is about 76.63%, with male literacy at 81.37% and female literacy at 71.38%.
- There are around 157 households in Velas village.
Connectivity of Velas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velas. As per the 2011 stats, Velas 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Velas
Knowing the nearby villages of Velas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velas.
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%.