Erka

Erka is a village located in Kutumba subdivision of Aurangabad district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kutumba (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Amba is the gram panchayat of Erka village.

Erka has its own place in the vibrant Aurangabad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Erka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Erka is 254250. The village spans a total geographical area of 183 hectares. Aurangabad is nearest town to Erka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Erka

Below is a concise population overview of Erka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,082 1,092 990
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 329 181 148
Scheduled Castes (SC) 867 441 426
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,363 804 559
Illiterate Population 719 288 431

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Erka village:

  • The total population of Erka village is around 2,082, including approximately 1,092 males and 990 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 329 children aged 0–6 years in Erka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Erka village has 867 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Erka village is about 65.47%, with male literacy at 73.63% and female literacy at 56.46%.
  • There are around 305 households in Erka village.

Connectivity of Erka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Erka. As per the 2011 stats, Erka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Erka

Knowing the nearby villages of Erka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Erka.

Rampur Jagai Bairahi Despur Bhakhra Dhanibar Mitarsenpur Basaura Majhar Pathra Barheta Pipra

Frequently Asked Questions about Erka

Where is Erka located?
Erka village is situated in Kutumba Subdivision, within the Aurangabad district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Erka?
The Gram Panchayat of Erka is Amba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Erka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Erka is 2,082, with 1,092 males and 990 females.
How many households are there in Erka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Erka village has a total of 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Erka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Erka is 65.47%. The male literacy rate is 73.63%, while the female literacy rate is 56.46%.