Yeriyur - Yelandur, Chamarajanagar
Yeriyur is a village situated in the Yelandur taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yelandur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Chamarajanagar. Yariyuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yeriyur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yeriyur is 619803. The village covers a total geographical area of 757.03 hectares and falls under the 571441 pincode. Yelandur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Yeriyur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kollegal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yeriyur
As per Census 2011, Yeriyur village has a total population of 5,129 people, consisting of 2,659 males and 2,470 females. The village has 1,192 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 568 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,430 literate and 2,699 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,532 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 774 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yeriyur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,129 | 2,659 | 2,470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 568 | 321 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,532 | 805 | 727 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 774 | 398 | 376 |
| Literate Population | 2,430 | 1,343 | 1,087 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,699 | 1,316 | 1,383 |
Nearby Villages of Yeriyur
Yeriyur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uppinamole | South | 2.25 km |
| Ganiganur | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Kesthur | North-West | 4.01 km |
| Komaranapura | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Honnur | West | 4.12 km |
| Duggahatti | South-West | 4.30 km |
| Avalkandalli | South-West | 4.48 km |
| Jodimellahalli | South-West | 4.52 km |
| Alkereagrahara | East | 4.58 km |
| Katnavadi | North | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yeriyur
Public transport in the Yeriyur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chamarajanagar, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yelandur to Yeriyur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Yeriyur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yeriyur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yeriyur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Yeriyur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yeriyur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Yeriyur
Where is Yeriyur located?
Yeriyur village is located in Yelandur Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yeriyur?
The Gram Panchayat of Yeriyur is Yariyuru.
What is the pincode of Yeriyur?
The pincode of Yeriyur is 571441.
What is the population of Yeriyur?
Yeriyur has a total population of 5,129, including 2,659 males and 2,470 females.
How many households are there in Yeriyur?
There are 1,192 households in Yeriyur.
What is the literacy rate in Yeriyur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yeriyur is 47.38%. Male literacy is 50.51% and female literacy is 44.01%.