Velu

Velu is a village located in Koregaon tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Koregaon (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Velu village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Velu unique in its vibrant Koregaon-Satara region. You’ll see Velu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Velu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velu is 563722. The village spans a total geographical area of 1236.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415511. Rahimatpur is nearest town to Velu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

When it comes to local governance, Velu 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 Karad North Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Velu

According to the 2011 Census, Velu has a total population of about 1,511, with approximately 769 males and 742 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 135 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 35 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.65%, with male literacy at about 85.57% and female literacy near 83.69%. There are around 324 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Velu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,511 769 742
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 135 75 60
Scheduled Castes (SC) 35 16 19
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8 5 3
Literate Population 1,279 658 621
Illiterate Population 232 111 121

Connectivity of Velu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velu. As per the 2011 stats, Velu 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Velu

Knowing the nearby villages of Velu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Velu

Where is Velu located?
Velu village is situated in Koregaon Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velu?
Velu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Velu?
The pincode of Velu is 415511, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Velu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velu is 1,511, with 769 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Velu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Velu village has a total of 324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velu is 84.65%. The male literacy rate is 85.57%, while the female literacy rate is 83.69%.