Velang ( Kanher Khed ) - Koregaon, Satara
Velang ( Kanher Khed ) is a village situated in the Koregaon tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koregaon and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Velang K. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velang ( Kanher Khed ) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velang ( Kanher Khed ) is 563716. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 415501 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Velang ( Kanher Khed ) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karad North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velang ( Kanher Khed )
As per Census 2011, Velang ( Kanher Khed ) village has a total population of 281 people, consisting of 144 males and 137 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 214 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velang ( Kanher Khed ) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 281 | 144 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 22 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 113 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 31 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Velang ( Kanher Khed )
Velang ( Kanher Khed ) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Velang ( Kanher Khed )
Public transport in the Velang ( Kanher Khed ) is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Velang ( Kanher Khed ).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rahimatpur to Velang ( Kanher Khed ) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Velang ( Kanher Khed ) is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velang ( Kanher Khed )
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velang ( Kanher Khed ) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Velang ( Kanher Khed )
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velang ( Kanher Khed ) 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 Velang ( Kanher Khed )
Where is Velang ( Kanher Khed ) located?
Velang ( Kanher Khed ) village is located in Koregaon Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velang ( Kanher Khed )?
The Gram Panchayat of Velang ( Kanher Khed ) is Velang K..
What is the pincode of Velang ( Kanher Khed )?
The pincode of Velang ( Kanher Khed ) is 415501.
What is the population of Velang ( Kanher Khed )?
Velang ( Kanher Khed ) has a total population of 281, including 144 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Velang ( Kanher Khed )?
There are 54 households in Velang ( Kanher Khed ).
What is the literacy rate in Velang ( Kanher Khed )?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velang ( Kanher Khed ) is 76.16%. Male literacy is 78.47% and female literacy is 73.72%.