Velu - Koregaon, Satara
Velu is a village situated in the Koregaon tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koregaon and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Velu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velu is 563722. The village covers a total geographical area of 1236.78 hectares and falls under the 415511 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Velu 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 Velu
According to the 2011 Census, Velu village had a total population of 1,511 people, including 769 males and 742 females, living in 324 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.95%, with male literacy at 94.81% and female literacy at 91.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Velu
Velu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaipur | South | 3.47 km |
| Ambheri | North | 3.48 km |
| Khabalwadi | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Ambheri | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Sap | West | 3.82 km |
| Pawarwadi | South | 4.29 km |
| Jaigaon | East | 5.32 km |
| Pimpri | South-West | 5.61 km |
| Nandoshi | South-East | 5.67 km |
| Jamb | North | 5.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Velu
Velu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rahimatpur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Velu is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Velu is about 31 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 Velu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velu 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Velu
Where is Velu located?
Velu village is located in Koregaon Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velu?
Velu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velu?
The pincode of Velu is 415511.
What is the population of Velu?
Velu had a total population of 1,511, including 769 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Velu?
Velu had 324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velu was 92.95%. Male literacy was 94.81% and female literacy was 91.06%.