Yerekuppi - Ranibennur, Haveri
Yerekuppi is a village situated in the Ranibennur taluka of Haveri district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranibennur and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Haveri. Ukkunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yerekuppi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yerekuppi is 604528. The village covers a total geographical area of 602.22 hectares and falls under the 581208 pincode. Ranibennur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Yerekuppi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Byadgi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Haveri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yerekuppi
As per Census 2011, Yerekuppi village has a total population of 1,649 people, consisting of 826 males and 823 females. The village has 364 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,188 literate and 461 illiterate residents. Additionally, 344 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yerekuppi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,649 | 826 | 823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 80 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 173 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,188 | 651 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 175 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Yerekuppi
Yerekuppi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Laxmapur | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Hulihalli | North | 2.99 km |
| Tirumaladevarakoppa | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Benakanakond | South | 3.19 km |
| Sarvanda | West | 4.23 km |
| Joisaraharalahalli | West | 4.31 km |
| Haligeri | South-East | 5.33 km |
| Asundi | North-West | 6.04 km |
| Kunabev | North | 6.04 km |
| Kusagur | South | 6.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yerekuppi
Yerekuppi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ranibennur, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranibennur to Yerekuppi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Haveri to Yerekuppi is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yerekuppi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yerekuppi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Yerekuppi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yerekuppi 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Yerekuppi
Where is Yerekuppi located?
Yerekuppi village is located in Ranibennur Taluka, Haveri district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yerekuppi?
The Gram Panchayat of Yerekuppi is Ukkunda.
What is the pincode of Yerekuppi?
The pincode of Yerekuppi is 581208.
What is the population of Yerekuppi?
Yerekuppi has a total population of 1,649, including 826 males and 823 females.
How many households are there in Yerekuppi?
There are 364 households in Yerekuppi.
What is the literacy rate in Yerekuppi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yerekuppi is 72.04%. Male literacy is 78.81% and female literacy is 65.25%.