Whel
Whel is a village located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 66km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Vehel is the gram panchayat of Whel village.
Here you can discover what makes Whel unique in its vibrant Lanja-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Whel’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 Whel
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Whel village is 565984. The total geographical area of village is 758 hectares. Whel has a total population of 1,167 peoples, out of which male population is 535 while female population is 632. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1181 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of whel village is 62.55% out of which 71.21% males and 55.22% females are literate. There are about 261 houses in whel village.
When it comes to administration, Whel village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Whel village comes under Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Rajapur is nearest town to whel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Whel
The population details of Whel cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,167 | 535 | 632 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 137 | 73 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 730 | 381 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 154 | 283 |
Connectivity of Whel
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Whel
Where is Whel located?
Whel village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Whel?
The Gram Panchayat of Whel is Vehel (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Whel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Whel is 1,167, with 535 males and 632 females.
How many households are there in Whel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Whel village has a total of 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Whel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Whel is 62.55%. The male literacy rate is 71.21%, while the female literacy rate is 55.22%.