Yelgaon - Karad, Satara
Yelgaon is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Yelgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yelgaon is 564627. The village covers a total geographical area of 697.78 hectares and falls under the 415111 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Yelgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karad South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yelgaon
As per Census 2011, Yelgaon village has a total population of 3,071 people, consisting of 1,550 males and 1,521 females. The village has 655 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,280 literate and 791 illiterate residents. Additionally, 475 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yelgaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Yelgaon
Yelgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Loharwadi | South | 2.15 km |
| Gotewadi | West | 2.15 km |
| Yenape | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Bharewadi | West | 3.29 km |
| Bhurbhushi | West | 3.47 km |
| Ghogaon | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Sawantwadi | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Ranjanwadi | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Yevati | North | 3.84 km |
| Shirsatwadi | South-West | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yelgaon
Yelgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.4 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 Yelgaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Yelgaon is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yelgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yelgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Yelgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yelgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Yelgaon
Where is Yelgaon located?
Yelgaon village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yelgaon?
Yelgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yelgaon?
The pincode of Yelgaon is 415111.
What is the population of Yelgaon?
Yelgaon has a total population of 3,071, including 1,550 males and 1,521 females.
How many households are there in Yelgaon?
There are 655 households in Yelgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Yelgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yelgaon is 74.24%. Male literacy is 81.61% and female literacy is 66.73%.