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.
Velgaon has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Velgaon 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Velgaon village:
- The total population of Velgaon village is around 1,474, including approximately 707 males and 767 females, with a sex ratio of 1084 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 309 children aged 0–6 years in Velgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Velgaon village has 1,463 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Velgaon village is about 31.21%, with male literacy at 40.59% and female literacy at 22.56%.
- There are around 291 households in Velgaon village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.