Welwa Mal - Pombhurna, Chandrapur
Welwa Mal is a village situated in the Pombhurna tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pombhurna and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Welwa Mal village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Welwa Mal is 541481. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.68 hectares and falls under the 442918 pincode. Mul is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Welwa Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Welwa Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Welwa Mal village had a total population of 1,260 people, including 644 males and 616 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.05%, with male literacy at 84.92% and female literacy at 62.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 418.
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 | 1,260 | 644 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 54 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 418 | 217 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 842 | 501 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 143 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Welwa Mal
Welwa Mal 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 Welwa Mal
Welwa Mal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mul to Welwa Mal is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Welwa Mal is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Welwa Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Welwa Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Welwa Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Welwa Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Welwa Mal
Where is Welwa Mal located?
Welwa Mal village is located in Pombhurna Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Welwa Mal?
Welwa Mal is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Welwa Mal?
The pincode of Welwa Mal is 442918.
What is the population of Welwa Mal?
Welwa Mal had a total population of 1,260, including 644 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Welwa Mal?
Welwa Mal had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Welwa Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Welwa Mal was 74.05%. Male literacy was 84.92% and female literacy was 62.34%.