Yerkihal
Yerkihal is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Yerkihal unique in its vibrant Shorapur-Yadgir region. You’ll see Yerkihal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Yerkihal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Yerkihal is 620966. The village spans a total geographical area of 790.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585237. Muddebihal is nearest town to Yerkihal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Yerkihal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shorapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raichur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Yerkihal
Population of Yerkihal
According to the 2011 Census, Yerkihal has a total population of about 1,579, with approximately 827 males and 752 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 304 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 806 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 621. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.81%, with male literacy at about 48.97% and female literacy near 25.53%. There are around 245 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Yerkihal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,579 | 827 | 752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 170 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 806 | 423 | 383 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 621 | 333 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 405 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 982 | 422 | 560 |
Connectivity of Yerkihal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Yerkihal. As per the 2011 stats, Yerkihal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Yerkihal
Knowing the nearby villages of Yerkihal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Yerkihal.
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%.