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.

Whel has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Whel

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Whel is 565984. The village spans a total geographical area of 758 hectares. Rajapur is nearest town to Whel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Whel 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 Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Whel

Below is a concise population overview of Whel as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,167 535 632
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 137 73 64
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 730 381 349
Illiterate Population 437 154 283

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Whel village:

  • The total population of Whel village is around 1,167, including approximately 535 males and 632 females, with a sex ratio of 1181 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 137 children aged 0–6 years in Whel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Whel village is about 62.55%, with male literacy at 71.21% and female literacy at 55.22%.
  • There are around 261 households in Whel village.

Connectivity of Whel

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Whel. As per the 2011 stats, Whel 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Whel

Knowing the nearby villages of Whel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Whel.

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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%.