Yelgaon
Yelgaon is a village located in Karad tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Karad (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Yelgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Yelgaon unique in its vibrant Karad-Satara region. You’ll see Yelgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Yelgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Yelgaon is 564627. The village spans a total geographical area of 697.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415111. Karad is nearest town to Yelgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Yelgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karad South Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Yelgaon
Population of Yelgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Yelgaon has a total population of about 3,071, with approximately 1,550 males and 1,521 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 306 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 475 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.24%, with male literacy at about 81.61% and female literacy near 66.73%. There are around 655 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Yelgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,071 | 1,550 | 1,521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 152 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 475 | 234 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,280 | 1,265 | 1,015 |
| Illiterate Population | 791 | 285 | 506 |
Connectivity of Yelgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Yelgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Yelgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Yelgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Yelgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Yelgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Yelgaon
- Where is Yelgaon located?
- Yelgaon village is situated in Karad Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Yelgaon?
- Yelgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Yelgaon?
- The pincode of Yelgaon is 415111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Yelgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Yelgaon is 3,071, with 1,550 males and 1,521 females.
- How many households are there in Yelgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Yelgaon village has a total of 655 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Yelgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Yelgaon is 74.24%. The male literacy rate is 81.61%, while the female literacy rate is 66.73%.