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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Welgurtola village had a total population of 214 people, including 108 males and 106 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.72%, with male literacy at 79.07% and female literacy at 70.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 190.
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 | 214 | 108 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Welgurtola?
The Village 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 had a total population of 214, including 108 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Welgurtola?
Welgurtola had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Welgurtola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Welgurtola was 74.72%. Male literacy was 79.07% and female literacy was 70.65%.