Veluk

Veluk is a village located in Shahapur tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 49km away from sub-district headquarter Shahapur (tehsildar office) and 101km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Veluk village is also a gram panchayat.

Veluk 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 Veluk

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Veluk is 552758. The village spans a total geographical area of 1840.12 hectares. Igatpuri is nearest town to Veluk village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.

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Population of Veluk

Below is a concise population overview of Veluk as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 747 388 359
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 35 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 33 18 15
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 165 85 80
Literate Population 512 317 195
Illiterate Population 235 71 164

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Veluk village:

  • The total population of Veluk village is around 747, including approximately 388 males and 359 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Veluk village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Veluk village has 33 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 165 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Veluk village is about 68.54%, with male literacy at 81.70% and female literacy at 54.32%.
  • There are around 159 households in Veluk village.

Connectivity of Veluk

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Veluk. As per the 2011 stats, Veluk 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 Veluk

Knowing the nearby villages of Veluk helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Veluk.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Veluk

Where is Veluk located?
Veluk village is situated in Shahapur Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veluk?
Veluk serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Veluk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Veluk is 747, with 388 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Veluk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Veluk village has a total of 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veluk as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Veluk is 68.54%. The male literacy rate is 81.70%, while the female literacy rate is 54.32%.