Wela

Wela is a village located in Hinganghat tehsil of Wardha district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Hinganghat (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Wardha. As per 2009 stats, Wela village is also a gram panchayat.

Wela has its own place in the vibrant Wardha 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 Wela

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wela is 534447. The village spans a total geographical area of 1612 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 442301. Hinganghat is nearest town to Wela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Wela 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 Hinganghat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Wardha 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 Wela

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,536 1,317 1,219
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 262 151 111
Scheduled Castes (SC) 541 302 239
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 236 125 111
Literate Population 1,983 1,073 910
Illiterate Population 553 244 309

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

  • The total population of Wela village is around 2,536, including approximately 1,317 males and 1,219 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 262 children aged 0–6 years in Wela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Wela village has 541 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 236 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Wela village is about 78.19%, with male literacy at 81.47% and female literacy at 74.65%.
  • There are around 623 households in Wela village.

Connectivity of Wela

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wela. As per the 2011 stats, Wela 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 village
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Wela

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Wela

Where is Wela located?
Wela village is situated in Hinganghat Tehsil, within the Wardha district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wela?
Wela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Wela?
The pincode of Wela is 442301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wela is 2,536, with 1,317 males and 1,219 females.
How many households are there in Wela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wela village has a total of 623 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wela is 78.19%. The male literacy rate is 81.47%, while the female literacy rate is 74.65%.