Yerandi
Yerandi is a village located in Arjuni Morgaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Arjuni Morgaon (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Vihirgaon Bar is the gram panchayat of Yerandi village.
Here you can discover what makes Yerandi unique in its vibrant Arjuni Morgaon-Gondiya region. You’ll see Yerandi’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 Yerandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Yerandi is 538177. The village spans a total geographical area of 307.03 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Yerandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.
When it comes to local governance, Yerandi 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 Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Yerandi
Population of Yerandi
According to the 2011 Census, Yerandi has a total population of about 659, with approximately 338 males and 321 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 66 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 44 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.20%, with male literacy at about 81.36% and female literacy near 66.67%. There are around 173 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Yerandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 659 | 338 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 489 | 275 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 63 | 107 |
Connectivity of Yerandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Yerandi. As per the 2011 stats, Yerandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Yerandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Yerandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Yerandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Yerandi
- Where is Yerandi located?
- Yerandi village is situated in Arjuni Morgaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Yerandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Yerandi is Vihirgaon Bar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Yerandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Yerandi is 659, with 338 males and 321 females.
- How many households are there in Yerandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Yerandi village has a total of 173 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Yerandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Yerandi is 74.20%. The male literacy rate is 81.36%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.