Yelapur - Shirala, Sangli
Yelapur is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Yelapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yelapur is 568243. The village covers a total geographical area of 937.26 hectares and falls under the 415405 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Yelapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yelapur
As per Census 2011, Yelapur village has a total population of 3,115 people, consisting of 1,507 males and 1,608 females. The village has 668 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,013 literate and 1,102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 293 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yelapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,115 | 1,507 | 1,608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 204 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 135 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 2,013 | 1,121 | 892 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,102 | 386 | 716 |
Nearby Villages of Yelapur
Yelapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gavalewadi | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Meni | North | 2.20 km |
| Hattegaon | South | 2.21 km |
| Shendgewadi | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Ranjanwadi | North | 2.90 km |
| Khirawade | South | 3.16 km |
| Kondaiwadi | East | 3.26 km |
| Charan | West | 3.33 km |
| Sawantwadi | North | 3.52 km |
| Nathavade | South-West | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yelapur
Yelapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Yelapur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Yelapur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yelapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yelapur 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 Yelapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yelapur 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 Yelapur
Where is Yelapur located?
Yelapur village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yelapur?
Yelapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yelapur?
The pincode of Yelapur is 415405.
What is the population of Yelapur?
Yelapur has a total population of 3,115, including 1,507 males and 1,608 females.
How many households are there in Yelapur?
There are 668 households in Yelapur.
What is the literacy rate in Yelapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yelapur is 64.62%. Male literacy is 74.39% and female literacy is 55.47%.