Veloshi - Phaltan, Satara
Veloshi is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Veloshi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veloshi is 563337. The village covers a total geographical area of 641 hectares and falls under the 415523 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Veloshi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veloshi
As per Census 2011, Veloshi village has a total population of 768 people, consisting of 387 males and 381 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 511 literate and 257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veloshi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 768 | 387 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 49 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 101 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 289 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 98 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Veloshi
Veloshi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tardaf | North | 2.30 km |
| Kalaskarwadi | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Manewadi | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Khokade | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Upalave | North-East | 4.00 km |
| Garavadi | West | 4.04 km |
| Rajapur | South-West | 5.02 km |
| Tathavada | North-West | 5.07 km |
| Gadewadi | South-East | 5.38 km |
| Kulakjai | South-East | 5.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veloshi
Veloshi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adarki, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Phaltan to Veloshi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Veloshi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veloshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veloshi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Veloshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veloshi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veloshi
Where is Veloshi located?
Veloshi village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veloshi?
Veloshi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veloshi?
The pincode of Veloshi is 415523.
What is the population of Veloshi?
Veloshi has a total population of 768, including 387 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Veloshi?
There are 170 households in Veloshi.
What is the literacy rate in Veloshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veloshi is 66.54%. Male literacy is 74.68% and female literacy is 58.27%.