Yaragunte - Madhugiri, Tumakuru
Yaragunte is a village situated in the Madhugiri taluka of Tumakuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 17 km from Madhugiri and around 71 km from Tumkur. Bramhasamudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yaragunte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yaragunte is 610899. The village covers a total geographical area of 442.41 hectares and falls under the 572124 pincode. Madhugiri is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Yaragunte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhugiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tumakuru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yaragunte
As per Census 2011, Yaragunte village has a total population of 984 people, consisting of 509 males and 475 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 641 literate and 343 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yaragunte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 984 | 509 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 138 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 381 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 128 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Yaragunte
Yaragunte is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Yaragunte
Yaragunte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Madhugiri to Yaragunte is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tumkur to Yaragunte is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yaragunte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yaragunte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Yaragunte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yaragunte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Yaragunte
Where is Yaragunte located?
Yaragunte village is located in Madhugiri Taluka, Tumakuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yaragunte?
The Gram Panchayat of Yaragunte is Bramhasamudra.
What is the pincode of Yaragunte?
The pincode of Yaragunte is 572124.
What is the population of Yaragunte?
Yaragunte has a total population of 984, including 509 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Yaragunte?
There are 219 households in Yaragunte.
What is the literacy rate in Yaragunte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yaragunte is 65.14%. Male literacy is 74.85% and female literacy is 54.74%.