Yelnur - Nilanga, Latur
Yelnur is a village situated in the Nilanga tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilanga and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Yelnoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yelnur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yelnur is 560844. The village covers a total geographical area of 793 hectares and falls under the 413521 pincode. Nilanga is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Yelnur 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 Yelnur
As per Census 2011, Yelnur village has a total population of 2,121 people, consisting of 1,113 males and 1,008 females. The village has 426 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,387 literate and 734 illiterate residents. Additionally, 392 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 229 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yelnur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,121 | 1,113 | 1,008 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 141 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 209 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 128 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 1,387 | 819 | 568 |
| Illiterate Population | 734 | 294 | 440 |
Nearby Villages of Yelnur
Yelnur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gunjarga | North | 2.63 km |
| Chandori | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Sonkhed | East | 3.03 km |
| Jamga | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Bolegaon Kh. | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Waksa | South | 4.14 km |
| Barmachiwadi | West | 4.54 km |
| Dadgi | North-West | 4.80 km |
| Chandoriwadi | South-East | 4.81 km |
| Bendga | North | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yelnur
Public transport in the Yelnur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalgupur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.7 km.
| 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 Nilanga to Yelnur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Yelnur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yelnur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yelnur 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 Yelnur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yelnur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Yelnur
Where is Yelnur located?
Yelnur village is located in Nilanga Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yelnur?
The Gram Panchayat of Yelnur is Yelnoor.
What is the pincode of Yelnur?
The pincode of Yelnur is 413521.
What is the population of Yelnur?
Yelnur has a total population of 2,121, including 1,113 males and 1,008 females.
How many households are there in Yelnur?
There are 426 households in Yelnur.
What is the literacy rate in Yelnur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yelnur is 65.39%. Male literacy is 73.58% and female literacy is 56.35%.