Yalgud - Hatkanangle, Kolhapur
Yalgud is a village situated in the Hatkanangle tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatkanangle and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Yalgud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yalgud is 567318. The village covers a total geographical area of 975 hectares and falls under the 416234 pincode. Ichalkaranji is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Yalgud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hatkanangle Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Yalgud
As per Census 2011, Yalgud village has a total population of 7,891 people, consisting of 4,094 males and 3,797 females. The village has 1,761 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 845 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,758 literate and 2,133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,267 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 180 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yalgud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,891 | 4,094 | 3,797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 845 | 453 | 392 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,267 | 660 | 607 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 83 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 5,758 | 3,207 | 2,551 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,133 | 887 | 1,246 |
Nearby Villages of Yalgud
Yalgud is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Randivewadi | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Rendal | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Gajabarwadi | South | 4.15 km |
| Hupari | North | 4.37 km |
| Barwad | South-East | 4.63 km |
| Talandage | North-West | 5.28 km |
| Kasaba Sangaon | West | 5.49 km |
| Karadaga | South-East | 5.56 km |
| Jangamwadi | East | 5.79 km |
| Donewadi | East | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yalgud
Public transport in the Yalgud is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rukadi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ichalkaranji to Yalgud is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Yalgud is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yalgud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yalgud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Yalgud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yalgud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Yalgud
Where is Yalgud located?
Yalgud village is located in Hatkanangle Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yalgud?
Yalgud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yalgud?
The pincode of Yalgud is 416234.
What is the population of Yalgud?
Yalgud has a total population of 7,891, including 4,094 males and 3,797 females.
How many households are there in Yalgud?
There are 1,761 households in Yalgud.
What is the literacy rate in Yalgud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yalgud is 72.97%. Male literacy is 78.33% and female literacy is 67.18%.