Velagar - Vengurla, Sindhudurg
Velagar is a village situated in the Vengurla tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vengurla and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Shiroda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velagar is 566704. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.1 hectares and falls under the 416518 pincode. Vengurla is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Velagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velagar
According to the 2011 Census, Velagar village had a total population of 419 people, including 195 males and 224 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,149 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.05%, with male literacy at 92.22% and female literacy at 88.12%.
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 | 419 | 195 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 166 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 29 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Velagar
Velagar 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 Velagar
Velagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Vengurla to Velagar is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Velagar is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Velagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Velagar
Where is Velagar located?
Velagar village is located in Vengurla Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Velagar is Shiroda.
What is the pincode of Velagar?
The pincode of Velagar is 416518.
What is the population of Velagar?
Velagar had a total population of 419, including 195 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Velagar?
Velagar had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velagar was 90.05%. Male literacy was 92.22% and female literacy was 88.12%.