Yankanchi
Yankanchi is a village located in Sindgi taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sindgi (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Yankanchi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Yankanchi unique in its vibrant Sindgi-Bijapur region. You’ll see Yankanchi’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 Yankanchi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Yankanchi is 599357. The village spans a total geographical area of 4886.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586112. Sindgi is nearest town to Yankanchi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Yankanchi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sindgi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Yankanchi
Population of Yankanchi
According to the 2011 Census, Yankanchi has a total population of about 6,305, with approximately 3,244 males and 3,061 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 931 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 885 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 36. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.33%, with male literacy at about 57.61% and female literacy near 36.43%. There are around 1,084 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Yankanchi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,305 | 3,244 | 3,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 931 | 482 | 449 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 885 | 452 | 433 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 2,984 | 1,869 | 1,115 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,321 | 1,375 | 1,946 |
Connectivity of Yankanchi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Yankanchi. As per the 2011 stats, Yankanchi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Yankanchi
Knowing the nearby villages of Yankanchi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Yankanchi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Yankanchi
- Where is Yankanchi located?
- Yankanchi village is situated in Sindgi Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Yankanchi?
- Yankanchi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Yankanchi?
- The pincode of Yankanchi is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Yankanchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Yankanchi is 6,305, with 3,244 males and 3,061 females.
- How many households are there in Yankanchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Yankanchi village has a total of 1,084 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Yankanchi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Yankanchi is 47.33%. The male literacy rate is 57.61%, while the female literacy rate is 36.43%.