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.
Here you can discover what makes Welgaon unique in its vibrant Kuhi-Nagpur region. You’ll see Welgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Welgaon has a total population of about 834, with approximately 416 males and 418 females. The sex ratio is around 1004 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 92 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 252 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 82. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.75%, with male literacy at about 70.67% and female literacy near 58.85%. There are around 212 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Welgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.