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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Yashavantgad village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 99 males and 125 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,262 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 193 literate and 31 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yashavantgad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 99 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Yashavantgad?
The Gram Panchayat of Yashavantgad is Sakharinate.
What is the pincode of Yashavantgad?
The pincode of Yashavantgad is 415806.
What is the population of Yashavantgad?
Yashavantgad has a total population of 224, including 99 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Yashavantgad?
There are 51 households in Yashavantgad.
What is the literacy rate in Yashavantgad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yashavantgad is 86.16%. Male literacy is 85.86% and female literacy is 86.40%.