Weltur Tukum - Chamorshi, Gadchiroli
Weltur Tukum is a village situated in the Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamorshi and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Veltur Tukum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Weltur Tukum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Weltur Tukum is 539233. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.9 hectares and falls under the 442603 pincode. Mul is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Weltur Tukum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Weltur Tukum
As per Census 2011, Weltur Tukum village has a total population of 762 people, consisting of 373 males and 389 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 502 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Weltur Tukum are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 762 | 373 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 32 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 283 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 90 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Weltur Tukum
Weltur Tukum 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 Weltur Tukum
Weltur Tukum 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 Mul to Weltur Tukum is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Weltur Tukum is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Weltur Tukum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Weltur Tukum 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Weltur Tukum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Weltur Tukum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Weltur Tukum
Where is Weltur Tukum located?
Weltur Tukum village is located in Chamorshi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Weltur Tukum?
The Gram Panchayat of Weltur Tukum is Veltur Tukum.
What is the pincode of Weltur Tukum?
The pincode of Weltur Tukum is 442603.
What is the population of Weltur Tukum?
Weltur Tukum has a total population of 762, including 373 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Weltur Tukum?
There are 176 households in Weltur Tukum.
What is the literacy rate in Weltur Tukum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Weltur Tukum is 65.88%. Male literacy is 75.87% and female literacy is 56.30%.