Vele
Vele is a village located in Wai tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Wai (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Vele village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vele unique in its vibrant Wai-Satara region. You’ll see Vele’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 Vele
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vele is 563081. The village spans a total geographical area of 1463 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415536. Wai is nearest town to Vele village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vele 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 Wai 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.
Google Map of Vele
Population of Vele
According to the 2011 Census, Vele has a total population of about 2,523, with approximately 1,254 males and 1,269 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 234 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 265 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 38. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.30%, with male literacy at about 85.96% and female literacy near 74.70%. There are around 603 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vele's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,523 | 1,254 | 1,269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 116 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 123 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 2,026 | 1,078 | 948 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 176 | 321 |
Connectivity of Vele
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vele. As per the 2011 stats, Vele 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vele
Knowing the nearby villages of Vele helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vele.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vele
- Where is Vele located?
- Vele village is situated in Wai Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vele?
- Vele serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vele?
- The pincode of Vele is 415536, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vele as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vele is 2,523, with 1,254 males and 1,269 females.
- How many households are there in Vele as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vele village has a total of 603 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vele as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vele is 80.30%. The male literacy rate is 85.96%, while the female literacy rate is 74.70%.