Yerkod - Manpur, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Yerkod is a village situated in the Manpur tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Manpur and around 112 km from Rajnandgaon. Kotari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yerkod village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yerkod is 441463. The village covers a total geographical area of 886.81 hectares and falls under the 491229 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Yerkod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yerkod
As per Census 2011, Yerkod village has a total population of 766 people, consisting of 390 males and 376 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 362 literate and 404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 517 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yerkod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 766 | 390 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 75 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 517 | 258 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 225 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 165 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Yerkod
Yerkod 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haipurkasa | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Markeli | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Kotari | West | 2.77 km |
| Michgaon | South | 2.96 km |
| Pidchod | East | 3.41 km |
| Nedgaon | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Siwani | North-East | 4.55 km |
| Gumdi | South-East | 4.56 km |
| Beldo | South | 5.71 km |
| Lohattar | East | 5.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yerkod
Yerkod is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Yerkod is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Yerkod is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yerkod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yerkod 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Yerkod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yerkod 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Yerkod
Where is Yerkod located?
Yerkod village is located in Manpur Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yerkod?
The Gram Panchayat of Yerkod is Kotari.
What is the pincode of Yerkod?
The pincode of Yerkod is 491229.
What is the population of Yerkod?
Yerkod has a total population of 766, including 390 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Yerkod?
There are 138 households in Yerkod.
What is the literacy rate in Yerkod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yerkod is 47.26%. Male literacy is 57.69% and female literacy is 36.44%.