Welamb
Welamb is a village located in Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Guhagar (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Velamb is the gram panchayat of Welamb village.
Here you can discover what makes Welamb unique in its vibrant Guhagar-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Welamb’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 Welamb
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Welamb is 565417. The village spans a total geographical area of 676.89 hectares. Chiplun is nearest town to Welamb village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 54km away.
When it comes to local governance, Welamb 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 Guhagar 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 Welamb
Population of Welamb
According to the 2011 Census, Welamb has a total population of about 1,712, with approximately 809 males and 903 females. The sex ratio is around 1116 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 165 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.30%, with male literacy at about 83.68% and female literacy near 65.89%. There are around 418 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Welamb's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,712 | 809 | 903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 82 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,272 | 677 | 595 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 132 | 308 |
Connectivity of Welamb
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Welamb. As per the 2011 stats, Welamb 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 Welamb
Knowing the nearby villages of Welamb helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Welamb.
Frequently Asked Questions about Welamb
- Where is Welamb located?
- Welamb village is situated in Guhagar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Welamb?
- The Gram Panchayat of Welamb is Velamb (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Welamb as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Welamb is 1,712, with 809 males and 903 females.
- How many households are there in Welamb as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Welamb village has a total of 418 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Welamb as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Welamb is 74.30%. The male literacy rate is 83.68%, while the female literacy rate is 65.89%.