Yeravande - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Yeravande is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Kanagavli serves as the Village Panchayat for Yeravande village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yeravande is 565910. The village covers a total geographical area of 347.02 hectares and falls under the 416712 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Yeravande village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yeravande
According to the 2011 Census, Yeravande village had a total population of 104 people, including 47 males and 57 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,213 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.61%, with male literacy at 95.56% and female literacy at 67.92%.
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 | 104 | 47 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 4 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Yeravande
Yeravande 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manche | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Asage | East | 2.15 km |
| Devdhe | West | 2.76 km |
| Dhundare | South | 3.03 km |
| Talavade | North | 3.63 km |
| Kangavali | North | 3.71 km |
| Veral | North-West | 4.29 km |
| Adavali | East | 4.40 km |
| Kelambe | South | 4.55 km |
| Kheravse | South-East | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yeravande
Yeravande is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratnagiri to Yeravande is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yeravande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yeravande village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Yeravande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yeravande village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Yeravande
Where is Yeravande located?
Yeravande village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Yeravande?
The Village Panchayat of Yeravande is Kanagavli.
What is the pincode of Yeravande?
The pincode of Yeravande is 416712.
What is the population of Yeravande?
Yeravande had a total population of 104, including 47 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Yeravande?
Yeravande had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yeravande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yeravande was 80.61%. Male literacy was 95.56% and female literacy was 67.92%.