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.
Velapur has its own place in the vibrant Solapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Velapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Velapur village:
- The total population of Velapur village is around 17,082, including approximately 8,904 males and 8,178 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,386 children aged 0–6 years in Velapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Velapur village has 3,319 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 213 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Velapur village is about 65.12%, with male literacy at 71.45% and female literacy at 58.23%.
- There are around 3,531 households in Velapur village.
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%.