Yakalasapur - Ranibennur, Haveri
Yakalasapur is a village situated in the Ranibennur taluka of Haveri district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranibennur and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Haveri. Rahutanakatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yakalasapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yakalasapur is 604500. The village covers a total geographical area of 1294.49 hectares and falls under the 581115 pincode. Ranibennur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Yakalasapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranibennur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Haveri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yakalasapur
As per Census 2011, Yakalasapur village has a total population of 938 people, consisting of 495 males and 443 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 584 literate and 354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 585 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yakalasapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 938 | 495 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 57 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 585 | 306 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 584 | 360 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 135 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Yakalasapur
Yakalasapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aremallapur | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Rahutana Katti | West | 3.04 km |
| Medleri | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Yallapur T.medleri | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Hunashikatti | South-West | 4.89 km |
| Somlapur | North-East | 5.11 km |
| Airani | South-East | 5.80 km |
| Nittur Basapura | North-East | 6.13 km |
| Chalageri | South | 6.36 km |
| Karur | South | 6.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yakalasapur
Yakalasapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chalgeri, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Ranibennur to Yakalasapur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Haveri to Yakalasapur is about 61 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 Yakalasapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yakalasapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Yakalasapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yakalasapur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Yakalasapur
Where is Yakalasapur located?
Yakalasapur village is located in Ranibennur Taluka, Haveri district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yakalasapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Yakalasapur is Rahutanakatti.
What is the pincode of Yakalasapur?
The pincode of Yakalasapur is 581115.
What is the population of Yakalasapur?
Yakalasapur has a total population of 938, including 495 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Yakalasapur?
There are 175 households in Yakalasapur.
What is the literacy rate in Yakalasapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yakalasapur is 62.26%. Male literacy is 72.73% and female literacy is 50.56%.