Yelvan Jugai - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Yelvan Jugai is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Yelvan Jugai village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yelvan Jugai is 567070. The village covers a total geographical area of 3176 hectares and falls under the 415101 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Yelvan Jugai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yelvan Jugai
According to the 2011 Census, Yelvan Jugai village had a total population of 1,958 people, including 901 males and 1,057 females, living in 404 households. The sex ratio was 1,173 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.10%, with male literacy at 76.73% and female literacy at 60.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 326, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,958 | 901 | 1,057 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 106 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 150 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,174 | 610 | 564 |
| Illiterate Population | 784 | 291 | 493 |
Nearby Villages of Yelvan Jugai
Yelvan Jugai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Yelvan Jugai
Yelvan Jugai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkapur to Yelvan Jugai is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Yelvan Jugai is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yelvan Jugai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yelvan Jugai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Yelvan Jugai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yelvan Jugai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Yelvan Jugai
Where is Yelvan Jugai located?
Yelvan Jugai village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Yelvan Jugai?
Yelvan Jugai is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yelvan Jugai?
The pincode of Yelvan Jugai is 415101.
What is the population of Yelvan Jugai?
Yelvan Jugai had a total population of 1,958, including 901 males and 1,057 females.
How many households are there in Yelvan Jugai?
Yelvan Jugai had 404 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yelvan Jugai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yelvan Jugai was 68.10%. Male literacy was 76.73% and female literacy was 60.71%.