Welgave

Welgave is a village located in Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Devgad (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Waghivare Velgive is the gram panchayat of Welgave village.

Here you can discover what makes Welgave unique in its vibrant Devgad-Sindhudurg region. You’ll see Welgave’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 Welgave

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Welgave is 566279. The village spans a total geographical area of 489 hectares. Rajapur is nearest town to Welgave village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.

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Population of Welgave

According to the 2011 Census, Welgave has a total population of about 400, with approximately 182 males and 218 females. The sex ratio is around 1197 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.00%, with male literacy at about 82.42% and female literacy near 61.47%. There are around 108 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Welgave's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 400 182 218
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 32 15 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 2 2
Literate Population 284 150 134
Illiterate Population 116 32 84

Connectivity of Welgave

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Welgave. As per the 2011 stats, Welgave 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 Welgave

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Welgave

Where is Welgave located?
Welgave village is situated in Devgad Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Welgave?
The Gram Panchayat of Welgave is Waghivare Velgive (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Welgave as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Welgave is 400, with 182 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Welgave as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Welgave village has a total of 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Welgave as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Welgave is 71.00%. The male literacy rate is 82.42%, while the female literacy rate is 61.47%.