Weltur - Kuhi, Nagpur
Weltur is a village situated in the Kuhi tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kuhi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Weltur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Weltur is 536435. The village covers a total geographical area of 1018.61 hectares and falls under the 441210 pincode. Umred is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Weltur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umred Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Weltur
As per Census 2011, Weltur village has a total population of 5,060 people, consisting of 2,550 males and 2,510 females. The village has 1,230 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 553 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,676 literate and 1,384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,069 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Weltur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,060 | 2,550 | 2,510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 553 | 289 | 264 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,069 | 535 | 534 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 3,676 | 2,018 | 1,658 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,384 | 532 | 852 |
Nearby Villages of Weltur
Weltur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Adegaon | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Bothli | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Ratnapur | South | 2.60 km |
| Pratappur(rithi) | West | 2.84 km |
| Yedmepar (rithi) | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Shikarpur | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Dhanla | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Bandarchuha (rithi) | North | 3.56 km |
| Ambhorakala | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Mendhe Kh. | East | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Weltur
Weltur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bamhni, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Umred to Weltur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Weltur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Weltur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Weltur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Weltur
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Weltur
Where is Weltur located?
Weltur village is located in Kuhi Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Weltur?
Weltur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Weltur?
The pincode of Weltur is 441210.
What is the population of Weltur?
Weltur has a total population of 5,060, including 2,550 males and 2,510 females.
How many households are there in Weltur?
There are 1,230 households in Weltur.
What is the literacy rate in Weltur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Weltur is 72.65%. Male literacy is 79.14% and female literacy is 66.06%.