Yesar - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Yesar is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Badasorpolli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yesar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yesar is 428766. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Yesar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yesar
According to the 2011 Census, Yesar village had a total population of 950 people, including 455 males and 495 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.25%, with male literacy at 36.84% and female literacy at 14.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 838.
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 | 950 | 455 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 75 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 838 | 405 | 433 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 140 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 749 | 315 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Yesar
Yesar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Yesar
Yesar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Yesar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Koraput to Yesar is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Yesar is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yesar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yesar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Yesar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yesar 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 Yesar
Where is Yesar located?
Yesar village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Yesar?
The Gram Panchayat of Yesar is Badasorpolli.
What is the pincode of Yesar?
The pincode of Yesar is 764027.
What is the population of Yesar?
Yesar had a total population of 950, including 455 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Yesar?
Yesar had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yesar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yesar was 25.25%. Male literacy was 36.84% and female literacy was 14.66%.