Yerkod
Yerkod is a village located in Manpur tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Manpur (tehsildar office) and 112km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Kotari is the gram panchayat of Yerkod village.
Here you can discover what makes Yerkod unique in its vibrant Manpur-Rajnandgaon region. You’ll see Yerkod’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 Yerkod
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Yerkod is 441463. The village spans a total geographical area of 886.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491441. Ambagarh Chowki is nearest town to Yerkod village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
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Population of Yerkod
According to the 2011 Census, Yerkod has a total population of about 766, with approximately 390 males and 376 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 151 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 62 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 517. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.26%, with male literacy at about 57.69% and female literacy near 36.44%. There are around 138 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Yerkod's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Yerkod
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Yerkod. As per the 2011 stats, Yerkod had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Yerkod
Knowing the nearby villages of Yerkod helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Yerkod.
Frequently Asked Questions about Yerkod
- Where is Yerkod located?
- Yerkod village is situated in Manpur Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Yerkod?
- The Gram Panchayat of Yerkod is Kotari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Yerkod?
- The pincode of Yerkod is 491441, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Yerkod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Yerkod is 766, with 390 males and 376 females.
- How many households are there in Yerkod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Yerkod village has a total of 138 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Yerkod as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Yerkod is 47.26%. The male literacy rate is 57.69%, while the female literacy rate is 36.44%.