Welgurtola - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Welgurtola 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 118 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kishtapur (vel) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Welgurtola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Welgurtola is 539822. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 442705 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 124 km away.
Welgurtola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Welgurtola
As per Census 2011, Welgurtola village has a total population of 214 people, consisting of 108 males and 106 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 133 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 190 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Welgurtola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 214 | 108 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 98 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 68 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 40 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Welgurtola
Welgurtola 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 Welgurtola
Welgurtola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Welgurtola is about 124 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Welgurtola is about 118 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 Welgurtola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Welgurtola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Welgurtola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Welgurtola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Welgurtola
Where is Welgurtola located?
Welgurtola village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Welgurtola?
The Gram Panchayat of Welgurtola is Kishtapur (vel).
What is the pincode of Welgurtola?
The pincode of Welgurtola is 442705.
What is the population of Welgurtola?
Welgurtola has a total population of 214, including 108 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Welgurtola?
There are 52 households in Welgurtola.
What is the literacy rate in Welgurtola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Welgurtola is 62.15%. Male literacy is 62.96% and female literacy is 61.32%.