Velgaon
Velgaon is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Velgaon unique in its vibrant Palghar-Thane region. You’ll see Velgaon’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 Velgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velgaon is 552336. The village spans a total geographical area of 603.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401201. Palghar is nearest town to Velgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Velgaon 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 Boisar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Velgaon
Population of Velgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Velgaon has a total population of about 1,474, with approximately 707 males and 767 females. The sex ratio is around 1084 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 309 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,463. The overall literacy rate is approximately 31.21%, with male literacy at about 40.59% and female literacy near 22.56%. There are around 291 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Velgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,474 | 707 | 767 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 145 | 164 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,463 | 702 | 761 |
Literate Population | 460 | 287 | 173 |
Illiterate Population | 1,014 | 420 | 594 |
Connectivity of Velgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Velgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Velgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Velgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velgaon.
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%.