Welunje - Trimbakeshwar, Nashik
Welunje is a village situated in the Trimbakeshwar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Trimbak and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Velunje serves as the Gram Panchayat for Welunje village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Welunje is 550893. The village covers a total geographical area of 1940.9 hectares and falls under the 422212 pincode. Trimbak is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Welunje village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Welunje
As per Census 2011, Welunje village has a total population of 2,672 people, consisting of 1,364 males and 1,308 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 434 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,489 literate and 1,183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 386 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,511 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Welunje are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,672 | 1,364 | 1,308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 434 | 224 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 198 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,511 | 742 | 769 |
| Literate Population | 1,489 | 862 | 627 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,183 | 502 | 681 |
Nearby Villages of Welunje
Welunje 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Metkawara | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Ganeshgaon Waghera | East | 4.02 km |
| Amboli | South | 4.06 km |
| Gorthan | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Varasvihir | North-West | 4.23 km |
| Nandgaon | North-West | 4.46 km |
| Dhumodi | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Vaghera | North | 4.99 km |
| Torangan(tryambak) | West | 5.67 km |
| Ambai | South | 6.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Welunje
Welunje is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Padli, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.6 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 Trimbak to Welunje is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Welunje is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Welunje
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Welunje 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Welunje
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Welunje village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Welunje
Where is Welunje located?
Welunje village is located in Trimbakeshwar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Welunje?
The Gram Panchayat of Welunje is Velunje.
What is the pincode of Welunje?
The pincode of Welunje is 422212.
What is the population of Welunje?
Welunje has a total population of 2,672, including 1,364 males and 1,308 females.
How many households are there in Welunje?
There are 398 households in Welunje.
What is the literacy rate in Welunje?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Welunje is 55.73%. Male literacy is 63.20% and female literacy is 47.94%.