Velapur - Malshiras, Solapur
Velapur is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Velapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velapur is 562489. The village covers a total geographical area of 4592 hectares and falls under the 413113 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Velapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Velapur
As per Census 2011, Velapur village has a total population of 17,082 people, consisting of 8,904 males and 8,178 females. The village has 3,531 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11,124 literate and 5,958 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,319 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 213 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velapur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Velapur
Velapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pisewadi | West | 4.28 km |
| Ughadewadi | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Dhanore | South-East | 4.51 km |
| Shendechinch | South | 4.72 km |
| Dattanagar (khandali) | North | 5.04 km |
| Khandali | North | 6.31 km |
| Bondale | East | 6.33 km |
| Tondale | East | 6.62 km |
| Maloli | South | 6.71 km |
| Vizori | North-West | 6.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Velapur
Velapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Velapur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Velapur is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Velapur
Where is Velapur located?
Velapur village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velapur?
Velapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velapur?
The pincode of Velapur is 413113.
What is the population of Velapur?
Velapur has a total population of 17,082, including 8,904 males and 8,178 females.
How many households are there in Velapur?
There are 3,531 households in Velapur.
What is the literacy rate in Velapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velapur is 65.12%. Male literacy is 71.45% and female literacy is 58.23%.