Welgur S - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Welgur S is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Welgur S. serves as the Village Panchayat for Welgur S village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Welgur S is 539824. The village covers a total geographical area of 645.52 hectares and falls under the 442703 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 122 km away.
Welgur S village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Welgur S
According to the 2011 Census, Welgur S village had a total population of 1,775 people, including 899 males and 876 females, living in 431 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.60%, with male literacy at 77.79% and female literacy at 53.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 463, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 537.
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 | 1,775 | 899 | 876 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 93 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 463 | 229 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 537 | 267 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 1,043 | 627 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 732 | 272 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Welgur S
Welgur S 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 Welgur S
Welgur S 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 Ballarpur to Welgur S is about 122 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Welgur S is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Welgur S
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Welgur S 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Welgur S
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Welgur S village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Welgur S
Where is Welgur S located?
Welgur S village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Welgur S?
The Village Panchayat of Welgur S is Welgur S..
What is the pincode of Welgur S?
The pincode of Welgur S is 442703.
What is the population of Welgur S?
Welgur S had a total population of 1,775, including 899 males and 876 females.
How many households are there in Welgur S?
Welgur S had 431 households.
What is the literacy rate in Welgur S?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Welgur S was 65.60%. Male literacy was 77.79% and female literacy was 53.06%.