Veluk - Shahapur, Thane
Veluk is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Veluk village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veluk is 552758. The village covers a total geographical area of 1840.12 hectares and falls under the 421602 pincode. Igatpuri is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Veluk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veluk
According to the 2011 Census, Veluk village had a total population of 747 people, including 388 males and 359 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.65%, with male literacy at 89.80% and female literacy at 61.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 165.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Veluk
Veluk is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Veluk
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Veluk. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Veluk.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Igatpuri to Veluk is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Veluk is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veluk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veluk village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Veluk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veluk village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veluk
Where is Veluk located?
Veluk village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Veluk?
Veluk is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veluk?
The pincode of Veluk is 421602.
What is the population of Veluk?
Veluk had a total population of 747, including 388 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Veluk?
Veluk had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veluk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veluk was 76.65%. Male literacy was 89.80% and female literacy was 61.90%.