Yerphale - Patan, Satara
Yerphale is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Yerphale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yerphale is 564270. The village covers a total geographical area of 533 hectares and falls under the 415205 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Yerphale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yerphale
According to the 2011 Census, Yerphale village had a total population of 1,822 people, including 870 males and 952 females, living in 385 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.40%, with male literacy at 89.15% and female literacy at 68.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 281, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,822 | 870 | 952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 96 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 145 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,270 | 690 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 180 | 372 |
Nearby Villages of Yerphale
Yerphale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lugadewadi | South | 1.16 km |
| Digewadi | East | 1.92 km |
| Mhavashi | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Tripudi | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Dadholi | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Adul | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Nadoli | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Mulgaon | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Khonoli | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Surul | West | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yerphale
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Yerphale. The nearest railway station is Masur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Yerphale is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Yerphale is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yerphale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yerphale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Yerphale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yerphale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Yerphale
Where is Yerphale located?
Yerphale village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Yerphale?
Yerphale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yerphale?
The pincode of Yerphale is 415205.
What is the population of Yerphale?
Yerphale had a total population of 1,822, including 870 males and 952 females.
How many households are there in Yerphale?
Yerphale had 385 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yerphale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yerphale was 78.40%. Male literacy was 89.15% and female literacy was 68.56%.