Velapur
Velapur is a village located in Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Malshiras (tehsildar office) and 94km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Velapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Velapur unique in its vibrant Malshiras-Solapur region. You’ll see Velapur’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 Velapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velapur is 562489. The village spans a total geographical area of 4592 hectares. Pandharpur is nearest town to Velapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Velapur 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 Malshiras Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Velapur
Population of Velapur
According to the 2011 Census, Velapur has a total population of about 17,082, with approximately 8,904 males and 8,178 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,386 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,319 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 213. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.12%, with male literacy at about 71.45% and female literacy near 58.23%. There are around 3,531 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Velapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,082 | 8,904 | 8,178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,386 | 1,274 | 1,112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,319 | 1,721 | 1,598 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 213 | 99 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 11,124 | 6,362 | 4,762 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,958 | 2,542 | 3,416 |
Connectivity of Velapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velapur. As per the 2011 stats, Velapur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Velapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Velapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Velapur
- Where is Velapur located?
- Velapur village is situated in Malshiras Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Velapur?
- Velapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Velapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velapur is 17,082, with 8,904 males and 8,178 females.
- How many households are there in Velapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Velapur village has a total of 3,531 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Velapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velapur is 65.12%. The male literacy rate is 71.45%, while the female literacy rate is 58.23%.