Welmgad - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Welmgad is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Dindavi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Welmgad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Welmgad is 539493. The village covers a total geographical area of 997.49 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Welmgad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Welmgad
According to the 2011 Census, Welmgad village had a total population of 134 people, including 66 males and 68 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.21%, with male literacy at 66.04% and female literacy at 41.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 134.
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 | 134 | 66 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 66 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 31 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Welmgad
Welmgad 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 Welmgad
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Welmgad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Welmgad is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Welmgad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Welmgad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Welmgad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Welmgad 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 Welmgad
Where is Welmgad located?
Welmgad village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Welmgad?
The Gram Panchayat of Welmgad is Dindavi.
What is the pincode of Welmgad?
The pincode of Welmgad is 442704.
What is the population of Welmgad?
Welmgad had a total population of 134, including 66 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Welmgad?
Welmgad had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Welmgad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Welmgad was 53.21%. Male literacy was 66.04% and female literacy was 41.07%.