Yelur - Walwa, Sangli
Yelur is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Yelur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yelur is 568378. The village covers a total geographical area of 1342 hectares and falls under the 415411 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Yelur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yelur
As per Census 2011, Yelur village has a total population of 6,798 people, consisting of 3,539 males and 3,259 females. The village has 1,394 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 637 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,632 literate and 1,166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 746 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yelur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,798 | 3,539 | 3,259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 637 | 347 | 290 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 746 | 374 | 372 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 19 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 5,632 | 3,066 | 2,566 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,166 | 473 | 693 |
Nearby Villages of Yelur
Yelur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kundalwadi | South | 2.77 km |
| Itakare | North | 2.97 km |
| Tandulwadi | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Kurlap | West | 3.20 km |
| Malewadi | East | 3.66 km |
| Vashi | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Yede Nipani | North-East | 4.73 km |
| Kanegaon | South-East | 4.84 km |
| Aitavade Kh | South-West | 4.93 km |
| Ladegaon | North-West | 4.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yelur
Yelur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kirloskarvadi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Yelur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Yelur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yelur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yelur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Yelur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yelur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Yelur
Where is Yelur located?
Yelur village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yelur?
Yelur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yelur?
The pincode of Yelur is 415411.
What is the population of Yelur?
Yelur has a total population of 6,798, including 3,539 males and 3,259 females.
How many households are there in Yelur?
There are 1,394 households in Yelur.
What is the literacy rate in Yelur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yelur is 82.85%. Male literacy is 86.63% and female literacy is 78.74%.