Welkhuri
Welkhuri is a village located in Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Ghorawal (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Sonbhadra. As per 2009 stats, Aurahi is the gram panchayat of Welkhuri village.
Here you can discover what makes Welkhuri unique in its vibrant Ghorawal-Sonbhadra region. You’ll see Welkhuri’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 Welkhuri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Welkhuri is 213115. The village spans a total geographical area of 81.51 hectares. Sonbhadra is nearest town to Welkhuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Welkhuri
Population of Welkhuri
According to the 2011 Census, Welkhuri has a total population of about 462, with approximately 226 males and 236 females. The sex ratio is around 1044 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 94 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.30%, with male literacy at about 58.41% and female literacy near 44.49%. There are around 82 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Welkhuri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 462 | 226 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 237 | 132 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 94 | 131 |
Connectivity of Welkhuri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Welkhuri. As per the 2011 stats, Welkhuri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Welkhuri
Knowing the nearby villages of Welkhuri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Welkhuri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Welkhuri
- Where is Welkhuri located?
- Welkhuri village is situated in Ghorawal Tehsil, within the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Welkhuri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Welkhuri is Aurahi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Welkhuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Welkhuri is 462, with 226 males and 236 females.
- How many households are there in Welkhuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Welkhuri village has a total of 82 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Welkhuri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Welkhuri is 51.30%. The male literacy rate is 58.41%, while the female literacy rate is 44.49%.