Vele - Jaoli, Satara
Vele is a village situated in the Jaoli tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Medha and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Vele village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vele is 564071. The village covers a total geographical area of 2115 hectares and falls under the 415022 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Vele village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satara Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Vele
According to the 2011 Census, Vele village had a total population of 442 people, including 227 males and 215 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.98%, with male literacy at 77.96% and female literacy at 43.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 442 | 227 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 145 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 82 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Vele
Vele 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chalkewadi | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Deur | North | 4.15 km |
| Kusavade | South-East | 5.40 km |
| Chikhali | East | 6.00 km |
| Thoseghar | North-East | 6.79 km |
| Kushi | South-East | 6.89 km |
| Sandavali | North-East | 6.96 km |
| Jambhe | East | 7.10 km |
| Kelavali | North | 7.67 km |
| Palsavade | North-East | 8.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vele
Public transport in the Vele is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Chiplun, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satara to Vele is about 40 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 Vele
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vele village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vele
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vele village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vele
Where is Vele located?
Vele village is located in Jaoli Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vele?
Vele is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vele?
The pincode of Vele is 415022.
What is the population of Vele?
Vele had a total population of 442, including 227 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Vele?
Vele had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vele?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vele was 60.98%. Male literacy was 77.96% and female literacy was 43.72%.