Velgaon
About Velgaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Velgaon village is 552336. Velgaon village is located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kondhan is the gram panchayat of Velgaon village.
The total geographical area of village is 603.81 hectares. Velgaon has a total population of 1,474 peoples, out of which male population is 707 while female population is 767. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1084 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of velgaon village is 31.21% out of which 40.59% males and 22.56% females are literate. There are about 291 houses in velgaon village. Pincode of velgaon village locality is 401201.
When it comes to administration, Velgaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Velgaon village comes under Boisar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Palghar Lok Sabha constituency. Palghar is nearest town to velgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Velgaon
The population details of Velgaon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,474 | 707 | 767 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 309 | 145 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,463 | 702 | 761 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 287 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,014 | 420 | 594 |
Connectivity of Velgaon
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Velgaon
Where is Velgaon located?
Velgaon village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Velgaon is Kondhan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Velgaon?
The pincode of Velgaon is 401201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Velgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velgaon is 1,474, with 707 males and 767 females.
How many households are there in Velgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Velgaon village has a total of 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velgaon is 31.21%. The male literacy rate is 40.59%, while the female literacy rate is 22.56%.