Yerbagh - Basavakalyan, Bidar
Yerbagh is a village situated in the Basavakalyan taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basavakalyan and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Yerbag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yerbagh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yerbagh is 599769. The village covers a total geographical area of 737.2 hectares and falls under the 585331 pincode. Homnabad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Yerbagh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Homnabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yerbagh
As per Census 2011, Yerbagh village has a total population of 2,215 people, consisting of 1,133 males and 1,082 females. The village has 389 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,284 literate and 931 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,016 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yerbagh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,215 | 1,133 | 1,082 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 147 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,016 | 526 | 490 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 21 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,284 | 757 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 931 | 376 | 555 |
Nearby Villages of Yerbagh
Yerbagh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sadlapur | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Molkhera | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Mustapur | South | 3.89 km |
| Rajeshwar | North | 3.97 km |
| Lingadhalli | West | 4.47 km |
| Gadawanti | North-East | 4.56 km |
| Pandargera | South-West | 4.60 km |
| Islampur | North-West | 5.34 km |
| Kallur | South-East | 5.61 km |
| Maniknagar | North-East | 6.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yerbagh
Yerbagh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Halbarga, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Homnabad to Yerbagh is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Yerbagh is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yerbagh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yerbagh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Yerbagh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yerbagh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Yerbagh
Where is Yerbagh located?
Yerbagh village is located in Basavakalyan Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yerbagh?
The Gram Panchayat of Yerbagh is Yerbag.
What is the pincode of Yerbagh?
The pincode of Yerbagh is 585331.
What is the population of Yerbagh?
Yerbagh has a total population of 2,215, including 1,133 males and 1,082 females.
How many households are there in Yerbagh?
There are 389 households in Yerbagh.
What is the literacy rate in Yerbagh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yerbagh is 57.97%. Male literacy is 66.81% and female literacy is 48.71%.