Yerkadi
Yerkadi is a village located in Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kurkheda (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Antargaon is the gram panchayat of Yerkadi village.
Here you can discover what makes Yerkadi unique in its vibrant Kurkheda-Gadchiroli region. You’ll see Yerkadi’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 Yerkadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Yerkadi is 538666. The village spans a total geographical area of 647.82 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Yerkadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
Google Map of Yerkadi
Population of Yerkadi
According to the 2011 Census, Yerkadi has a total population of about 430, with approximately 219 males and 211 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 43 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 41 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 156. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.67%, with male literacy at about 73.06% and female literacy near 62.09%. There are around 108 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Yerkadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 219 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 160 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 59 | 80 |
Connectivity of Yerkadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Yerkadi. As per the 2011 stats, Yerkadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Yerkadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Yerkadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Yerkadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Yerkadi
- Where is Yerkadi located?
- Yerkadi village is situated in Kurkheda Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Yerkadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Yerkadi is Antargaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Yerkadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Yerkadi is 430, with 219 males and 211 females.
- How many households are there in Yerkadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Yerkadi village has a total of 108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Yerkadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Yerkadi is 67.67%. The male literacy rate is 73.06%, while the female literacy rate is 62.09%.