Yakatpur - Ausa, Latur
Yakatpur is a village situated in the Ausa tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ausa and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Yakatpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yakatpur is 560646. The village covers a total geographical area of 1282 hectares and falls under the 413520 pincode. Ausa is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Yakatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ausa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yakatpur
As per Census 2011, Yakatpur village has a total population of 2,441 people, consisting of 1,291 males and 1,150 females. The village has 479 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,658 literate and 783 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yakatpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,441 | 1,291 | 1,150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 141 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 141 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,658 | 961 | 697 |
| Illiterate Population | 783 | 330 | 453 |
Nearby Villages of Yakatpur
Yakatpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanheri | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Karajgaon | South | 3.15 km |
| Yerandi | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Wagholi | South | 4.20 km |
| Jainagar | East | 4.63 km |
| Sarola | North-East | 4.76 km |
| Selu | North | 5.34 km |
| Fattepur | South-West | 5.58 km |
| Chalburga | South | 6.32 km |
| Apchunda | South-East | 6.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yakatpur
Yakatpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harangul, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ausa to Yakatpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Yakatpur is about 26 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 Yakatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yakatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Yakatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yakatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Yakatpur
Where is Yakatpur located?
Yakatpur village is located in Ausa Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yakatpur?
Yakatpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yakatpur?
The pincode of Yakatpur is 413520.
What is the population of Yakatpur?
Yakatpur has a total population of 2,441, including 1,291 males and 1,150 females.
How many households are there in Yakatpur?
There are 479 households in Yakatpur.
What is the literacy rate in Yakatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yakatpur is 67.92%. Male literacy is 74.44% and female literacy is 60.61%.