Yelamb - Barshi, Solapur
Yelamb is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Yelamb village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yelamb is 562056. The village covers a total geographical area of 493.6 hectares and falls under the 413404 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Yelamb village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yelamb
As per Census 2011, Yelamb village has a total population of 724 people, consisting of 386 males and 338 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 553 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yelamb are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 724 | 386 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 319 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 67 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Yelamb
Yelamb 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mamdapur | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Khamgaon | West | 2.90 km |
| Chikharde | South | 2.98 km |
| Gormale | East | 3.98 km |
| Dhotre | North-West | 4.69 km |
| Jahanpur | North-East | 5.34 km |
| Tandulwadi | South-West | 5.57 km |
| Mahagaon | South-West | 5.61 km |
| Puri | North-West | 5.91 km |
| Arangaon | West | 6.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yelamb
Yelamb is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pangri, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.7 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 Barshi to Yelamb is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Yelamb is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yelamb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yelamb village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Yelamb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yelamb 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Yelamb
Where is Yelamb located?
Yelamb village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yelamb?
Yelamb is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yelamb?
The pincode of Yelamb is 413404.
What is the population of Yelamb?
Yelamb has a total population of 724, including 386 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Yelamb?
There are 165 households in Yelamb.
What is the literacy rate in Yelamb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yelamb is 76.38%. Male literacy is 82.64% and female literacy is 69.23%.