Yashawantnagar - Malshiras, Solapur
Yashawantnagar is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Yashwantngar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yashawantnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yashawantnagar is 562459. The village covers a total geographical area of 756 hectares and falls under the 413118 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Yashawantnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yashawantnagar
As per Census 2011, Yashawantnagar village has a total population of 14,194 people, consisting of 7,294 males and 6,900 females. The village has 3,076 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,647 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,875 literate and 3,319 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,510 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 102 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yashawantnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,194 | 7,294 | 6,900 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,647 | 876 | 771 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,510 | 1,258 | 1,252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 52 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 10,875 | 5,902 | 4,973 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,319 | 1,392 | 1,927 |
Nearby Villages of Yashawantnagar
Yashawantnagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaundeshwarwadi | South | 2.22 km |
| Bagewadi | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Girzani | West | 3.03 km |
| Akluj | North | 3.09 km |
| Vijaywadi | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Vizori | South | 4.66 km |
| Malinagar | East | 4.81 km |
| Anandnagar | North-West | 4.82 km |
| Dattanagar (khandali) | South-East | 4.93 km |
| Lumewadi | North | 5.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yashawantnagar
Public transport in the Yashawantnagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Yashawantnagar is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Yashawantnagar is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yashawantnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yashawantnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Yashawantnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yashawantnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Yashawantnagar
Where is Yashawantnagar located?
Yashawantnagar village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yashawantnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Yashawantnagar is Yashwantngar.
What is the pincode of Yashawantnagar?
The pincode of Yashawantnagar is 413118.
What is the population of Yashawantnagar?
Yashawantnagar has a total population of 14,194, including 7,294 males and 6,900 females.
How many households are there in Yashawantnagar?
There are 3,076 households in Yashawantnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Yashawantnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yashawantnagar is 76.62%. Male literacy is 80.92% and female literacy is 72.07%.