Yelegaon - Solapur South, Solapur
Yelegaon is a village situated in the Solapur South tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from Solapur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Yelegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yelegaon is 562783. The village covers a total geographical area of 823.3 hectares and falls under the 413221 pincode. Solapur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Yelegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solapur South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yelegaon
As per Census 2011, Yelegaon village has a total population of 1,637 people, consisting of 893 males and 744 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 978 literate and 659 illiterate residents. Additionally, 282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yelegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,637 | 893 | 744 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 135 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 152 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 978 | 588 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 659 | 305 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Yelegaon
Yelegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gavadewadi | North | 2.55 km |
| Mandrup | South-East | 4.60 km |
| Nimbargi | South-West | 4.61 km |
| Kandalgaon | North-West | 4.79 km |
| Mangoli | North | 5.67 km |
| Shankar Nagar | West | 5.84 km |
| Vinchur | West | 7.15 km |
| Malkavathe | South | 7.93 km |
| Vadakbal | East | 8.05 km |
| Basav Nagar | South-East | 8.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yelegaon
Yelegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tikekarwadi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.4 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 Solapur to Yelegaon is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yelegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yelegaon 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 Yelegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yelegaon 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Yelegaon
Where is Yelegaon located?
Yelegaon village is located in Solapur South Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yelegaon?
Yelegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yelegaon?
The pincode of Yelegaon is 413221.
What is the population of Yelegaon?
Yelegaon has a total population of 1,637, including 893 males and 744 females.
How many households are there in Yelegaon?
There are 311 households in Yelegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Yelegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yelegaon is 59.74%. Male literacy is 65.85% and female literacy is 52.42%.