Yeravale - Karad, Satara
Yeravale is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Yeravale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yeravale is 564587. The village covers a total geographical area of 553 hectares and falls under the 415122 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Yeravale 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 Yeravale
As per Census 2011, Yeravale village has a total population of 4,061 people, consisting of 2,115 males and 1,946 females. The village has 860 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 410 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,143 literate and 918 illiterate residents. Additionally, 422 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yeravale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,061 | 2,115 | 1,946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 410 | 232 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 227 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 3,143 | 1,714 | 1,429 |
| Illiterate Population | 918 | 401 | 517 |
Nearby Villages of Yeravale
Yeravale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Potale | West | 2.16 km |
| Kirpe | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Kese | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Padalikese | North | 2.48 km |
| Pashchimsupane | North | 2.77 km |
| Chachegaon | East | 2.92 km |
| Yenake | West | 3.06 km |
| Ving | South | 3.22 km |
| Gharewadi | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Supane | North-West | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yeravale
Yeravale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shirravde, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Yeravale is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Yeravale is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yeravale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yeravale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Yeravale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yeravale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Yeravale
Where is Yeravale located?
Yeravale village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yeravale?
Yeravale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yeravale?
The pincode of Yeravale is 415122.
What is the population of Yeravale?
Yeravale has a total population of 4,061, including 2,115 males and 1,946 females.
How many households are there in Yeravale?
There are 860 households in Yeravale.
What is the literacy rate in Yeravale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yeravale is 77.39%. Male literacy is 81.04% and female literacy is 73.43%.