Welgaon
Welgaon is a village located in Kuhi tehsil of Nagpur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kuhi (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Nagpur. As per 2009 stats, Welgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Welgaon has its own place in the vibrant Nagpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Welgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Welgaon is 536492. The village spans a total geographical area of 1090.83 hectares. Umred is nearest town to Welgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Welgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Umred Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ramtek Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Welgaon
Population of Welgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Welgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 834 | 416 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 123 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 36 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 294 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 122 | 172 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Welgaon village:
- The total population of Welgaon village is around 834, including approximately 416 males and 418 females, with a sex ratio of 1004 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 92 children aged 0–6 years in Welgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Welgaon village has 252 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 82 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Welgaon village is about 64.75%, with male literacy at 70.67% and female literacy at 58.85%.
- There are around 212 households in Welgaon village.
Connectivity of Welgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Welgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Welgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Welgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Welgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Welgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Welgaon
- Where is Welgaon located?
- Welgaon village is situated in Kuhi Tehsil, within the Nagpur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Welgaon?
- Welgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Welgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Welgaon is 834, with 416 males and 418 females.
- How many households are there in Welgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Welgaon village has a total of 212 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Welgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Welgaon is 64.75%. The male literacy rate is 70.67%, while the female literacy rate is 58.85%.