Yerkihal
About Yerkihal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Yerkihal village is 620966. Yerkihal village is located in Shorapur taluka of Yadgir district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 62km away from sub-district headquarter Shorapur (tehsildar office) and 127km away from district headquarter Yadgir. As per 2009 stats, Baradevanal is the gram panchayat of Yerkihal village.
The total geographical area of village is 790.17 hectares. Yerkihal has a total population of 1,579 peoples, out of which male population is 827 while female population is 752. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 909 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of yerkihal village is 37.81% out of which 48.97% males and 25.53% females are literate. There are about 245 houses in yerkihal village. Pincode of yerkihal village locality is 585237.
When it comes to administration, Yerkihal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Yerkihal village comes under Shorapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raichur Lok Sabha constituency. Muddebihal is nearest town to yerkihal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Yerkihal
The population details of Yerkihal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,579 | 827 | 752 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 304 | 170 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 806 | 423 | 383 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 621 | 333 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 405 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 982 | 422 | 560 |
Connectivity of Yerkihal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Yerkihal
Where is Yerkihal located?
Yerkihal village is situated in Shorapur Taluka, within the Yadgir district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yerkihal?
The Gram Panchayat of Yerkihal is Baradevanal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Yerkihal?
The pincode of Yerkihal is 585237, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Yerkihal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Yerkihal is 1,579, with 827 males and 752 females.
How many households are there in Yerkihal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Yerkihal village has a total of 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yerkihal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Yerkihal is 37.81%. The male literacy rate is 48.97%, while the female literacy rate is 25.53%.