Yashavantgad - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Yashavantgad is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Sakharinate serves as the Village Panchayat for Yashavantgad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yashavantgad is 566028. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 415806 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Yashavantgad 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 Yashavantgad
According to the 2011 Census, Yashavantgad village had a total population of 224 people, including 99 males and 125 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,263 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.15%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 93.91%.
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 | 224 | 99 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 85 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 14 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Yashavantgad
Yashavantgad 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 Yashavantgad
Yashavantgad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Rajapur to Yashavantgad is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Yashavantgad is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yashavantgad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yashavantgad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Yashavantgad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yashavantgad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Yashavantgad
Where is Yashavantgad located?
Yashavantgad village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Yashavantgad?
The Village Panchayat of Yashavantgad is Sakharinate.
What is the pincode of Yashavantgad?
The pincode of Yashavantgad is 415806.
What is the population of Yashavantgad?
Yashavantgad had a total population of 224, including 99 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Yashavantgad?
Yashavantgad had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yashavantgad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yashavantgad was 94.15%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 93.91%.