Yelavi - Jat, Sangli
Yelavi is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Yelvi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yelavi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yelavi is 568852. The village covers a total geographical area of 2226 hectares and falls under the 416404 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 112 km away.
Yelavi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yelavi
As per Census 2011, Yelavi village has a total population of 2,959 people, consisting of 1,511 males and 1,448 females. The village has 608 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,863 literate and 1,096 illiterate residents. Additionally, 435 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yelavi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,959 | 1,511 | 1,448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 196 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 435 | 220 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,863 | 1,049 | 814 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,096 | 462 | 634 |
Nearby Villages of Yelavi
Yelavi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Habisewadi | West | 3.28 km |
| Tonewadi | East | 3.87 km |
| Narale | South-West | 4.30 km |
| Hangirage | North | 4.55 km |
| Khairao | East | 4.68 km |
| Gholeshwar | South | 5.26 km |
| Pare | North-West | 5.87 km |
| Sanamadi | South-East | 6.55 km |
| Diksal | West | 6.72 km |
| Revewadi | North-East | 6.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yelavi
Yelavi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Javale, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.6 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 Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Yelavi is about 112 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Yelavi is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yelavi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yelavi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Yelavi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yelavi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Yelavi
Where is Yelavi located?
Yelavi village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yelavi?
The Gram Panchayat of Yelavi is Yelvi.
What is the pincode of Yelavi?
The pincode of Yelavi is 416404.
What is the population of Yelavi?
Yelavi has a total population of 2,959, including 1,511 males and 1,448 females.
How many households are there in Yelavi?
There are 608 households in Yelavi.
What is the literacy rate in Yelavi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yelavi is 62.96%. Male literacy is 69.42% and female literacy is 56.22%.