Yaliwal - Kundgol, Dharwad
Yaliwal is a village situated in the Kundgol taluka of Dharwad district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundgol and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Dharwad. Yeliwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yaliwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yaliwal is 602527. The village covers a total geographical area of 1755.71 hectares and falls under the 581207 pincode. Kundgol is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Yaliwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kundgol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharwad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yaliwal
As per Census 2011, Yaliwal village has a total population of 5,212 people, consisting of 2,723 males and 2,489 females. The village has 1,021 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 548 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,584 literate and 1,628 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yaliwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,212 | 2,723 | 2,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 548 | 289 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 99 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 3,584 | 2,107 | 1,477 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,628 | 616 | 1,012 |
Nearby Villages of Yaliwal
Yaliwal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Inamkoppa | North | 2.20 km |
| Vithalapur | South | 3.08 km |
| Kubihal | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Hanchinal | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Hosakatti | South-West | 3.42 km |
| B.aralikatti | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Agadi | West | 4.11 km |
| Betadur | North | 4.74 km |
| Devanur | North-East | 5.05 km |
| Gurunahalli | South | 5.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yaliwal
Yaliwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kundgol, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kundgol to Yaliwal is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dharwad to Yaliwal is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yaliwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yaliwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Yaliwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yaliwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Yaliwal
Where is Yaliwal located?
Yaliwal village is located in Kundgol Taluka, Dharwad district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yaliwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Yaliwal is Yeliwal.
What is the pincode of Yaliwal?
The pincode of Yaliwal is 581207.
What is the population of Yaliwal?
Yaliwal has a total population of 5,212, including 2,723 males and 2,489 females.
How many households are there in Yaliwal?
There are 1,021 households in Yaliwal.
What is the literacy rate in Yaliwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yaliwal is 68.76%. Male literacy is 77.38% and female literacy is 59.34%.