Welgive - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Welgive is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Waghivare-velgive serves as the Gram Panchayat for Welgive village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Welgive is 566279. The village covers a total geographical area of 489 hectares and falls under the 416801 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Welgive village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Welgive
According to the 2011 Census, Welgive village had a total population of 400 people, including 182 males and 218 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 1,198 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.17%, with male literacy at 89.82% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 400 | 182 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 150 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 32 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Welgive
Welgive is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gavane | South | 2.22 km |
| Burambavade | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Waghivare | West | 2.56 km |
| Vitthaladevi | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Darum | East | 3.68 km |
| Talere | East | 4.26 km |
| Nad | South-West | 4.42 km |
| Undil | North | 4.75 km |
| Goval | West | 4.81 km |
| Shiravali | South | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Welgive
Welgive is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vaibhavwadi Rd, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Welgive is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Welgive is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Welgive
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Welgive village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Welgive
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Welgive village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Welgive
Where is Welgive located?
Welgive village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Welgive?
The Gram Panchayat of Welgive is Waghivare-velgive.
What is the pincode of Welgive?
The pincode of Welgive is 416801.
What is the population of Welgive?
Welgive had a total population of 400, including 182 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Welgive?
Welgive had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Welgive?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Welgive was 77.17%. Male literacy was 89.82% and female literacy was 66.67%.