Irul - Ghatanji, Yavatmal
Irul is a village situated in the Ghatanji tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatanji and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Manjari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Irul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irul is 543321. The village covers a total geographical area of 282.97 hectares and falls under the 445301 pincode. Ghatanji is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Irul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Irul
As per Census 2011, Irul village has a total population of 333 people, consisting of 173 males and 160 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Irul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 333 | 173 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 141 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 32 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Irul
Irul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ratnapur | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Kawtha Kh. | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Manjari | East | 2.34 km |
| Ghoti | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Manusdhari | South | 2.99 km |
| Yedshi | West | 3.27 km |
| Zari (vidhi) | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Kopri | North | 3.81 km |
| Jalandri | South | 3.97 km |
| Kapsi | North-West | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Irul
Irul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambari, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.3 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 Ghatanji to Irul is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Irul is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Irul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Irul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Irul
Where is Irul located?
Irul village is located in Ghatanji Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Irul?
The Gram Panchayat of Irul is Manjari.
What is the pincode of Irul?
The pincode of Irul is 445301.
What is the population of Irul?
Irul has a total population of 333, including 173 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Irul?
There are 77 households in Irul.
What is the literacy rate in Irul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irul is 72.67%. Male literacy is 81.50% and female literacy is 63.13%.