Velora
Velora is a village located in Basta tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Basta (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Santoshpur is the gram panchayat of Velora village.
Velora has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar 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 Velora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velora is 392328. The village spans a total geographical area of 227 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756030. Jaleswar is nearest town to Velora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Velora
Below is a concise population overview of Velora 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 | 1,571 | 795 | 776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 112 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 166 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 153 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 1,053 | 576 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 219 | 299 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Velora village:
- The total population of Velora village is around 1,571, including approximately 795 males and 776 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 212 children aged 0–6 years in Velora village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Velora village has 325 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 286 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Velora village is about 67.03%, with male literacy at 72.45% and female literacy at 61.47%.
- There are around 367 households in Velora village.
Connectivity of Velora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velora. As per the 2011 stats, Velora 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Velora
Knowing the nearby villages of Velora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Velora
- Where is Velora located?
- Velora village is situated in Basta Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Velora?
- The Gram Panchayat of Velora is Santoshpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Velora?
- The pincode of Velora is 756030, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Velora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velora is 1,571, with 795 males and 776 females.
- How many households are there in Velora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Velora village has a total of 367 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Velora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velora is 67.03%. The male literacy rate is 72.45%, while the female literacy rate is 61.47%.