Welshet
Welshet is a village located in Roha tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Roha Ashtami (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Pingode is the gram panchayat of Welshet village.
Here you can discover what makes Welshet unique in its vibrant Roha-Raigarh region. You’ll see Welshet’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 Welshet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Welshet is 554332. The village spans a total geographical area of 444.88 hectares. Roha Ashtami is nearest town to Welshet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Welshet 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 Pen Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Welshet
Population of Welshet
According to the 2011 Census, Welshet has a total population of about 841, with approximately 444 males and 397 females. The sex ratio is around 894 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 22 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 45. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.25%, with male literacy at about 76.13% and female literacy near 59.45%. There are around 200 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Welshet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 841 | 444 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 53 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 574 | 338 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 106 | 161 |
Connectivity of Welshet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Welshet. As per the 2011 stats, Welshet 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 Welshet
Knowing the nearby villages of Welshet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Welshet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Welshet
- Where is Welshet located?
- Welshet village is situated in Roha Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Welshet?
- The Gram Panchayat of Welshet is Pingode (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Welshet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Welshet is 841, with 444 males and 397 females.
- How many households are there in Welshet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Welshet village has a total of 200 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Welshet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Welshet is 68.25%. The male literacy rate is 76.13%, while the female literacy rate is 59.45%.