Yeswanthanagar - Sandur, Ballari
Yeswanthanagar is a village situated in the Sandur taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 7 km from Sandur and around 60 km from Bellary. Yeshwanthanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yeswanthanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yeswanthanagar is 604993. The village covers a total geographical area of 827.75 hectares and falls under the 583124 pincode. Sandur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Yeswanthanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sandur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yeswanthanagar
As per Census 2011, Yeswanthanagar village has a total population of 6,847 people, consisting of 3,608 males and 3,239 females. The village has 1,270 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,026 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,416 literate and 2,431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 685 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,533 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yeswanthanagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,847 | 3,608 | 3,239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,026 | 544 | 482 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 685 | 349 | 336 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,533 | 808 | 725 |
| Literate Population | 4,416 | 2,614 | 1,802 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,431 | 994 | 1,437 |
Nearby Villages of Yeswanthanagar
Yeswanthanagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Somalapur | South | 2.22 km |
| Bandri | South-West | 5.29 km |
| Ankammanahal | South | 5.94 km |
| Garga | North-West | 6.30 km |
| Nidugurthi | South-West | 6.97 km |
| Dowlatpur | North-East | 7.82 km |
| Karthikeshwar | South-East | 8.36 km |
| Suseelnagar | North | 8.84 km |
| Mallapura 72 | West | 9.07 km |
| Devaramallapur | South-East | 9.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yeswanthanagar
Yeswanthanagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bayaluvaddigeri, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sandur to Yeswanthanagar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Yeswanthanagar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yeswanthanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yeswanthanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Yeswanthanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yeswanthanagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Yeswanthanagar
Where is Yeswanthanagar located?
Yeswanthanagar village is located in Sandur Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yeswanthanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Yeswanthanagar is Yeshwanthanagar.
What is the pincode of Yeswanthanagar?
The pincode of Yeswanthanagar is 583124.
What is the population of Yeswanthanagar?
Yeswanthanagar has a total population of 6,847, including 3,608 males and 3,239 females.
How many households are there in Yeswanthanagar?
There are 1,270 households in Yeswanthanagar.
What is the literacy rate in Yeswanthanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yeswanthanagar is 64.50%. Male literacy is 72.45% and female literacy is 55.63%.