Ekchari

Ekchari is a village located in Colgong subdivision of Bhagalpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Colgong (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Bhagalpur. As per 2009 stats, Ekchari village is also a gram panchayat.

Ekchari has its own place in the vibrant Bhagalpur 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 Ekchari

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ekchari is 239317. The village spans a total geographical area of 541 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 813203. Colgong is nearest town to Ekchari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Ekchari

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 8,945 4,757 4,188
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,669 851 818
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,653 889 764
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 4,299 2,566 1,733
Illiterate Population 4,646 2,191 2,455

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

  • The total population of Ekchari village is around 8,945, including approximately 4,757 males and 4,188 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,669 children aged 0–6 years in Ekchari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ekchari village has 1,653 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ekchari village is about 48.06%, with male literacy at 53.94% and female literacy at 41.38%.
  • There are around 1,746 households in Ekchari village.

Connectivity of Ekchari

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Ekchari

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

Pankhoria Amarpur Khoja Dhanaura Rampur Kharahara Rasulpur Jahanpur Bholsar Sundarpur Mangachak Udairampur Ramrai Bag

Frequently Asked Questions about Ekchari

Where is Ekchari located?
Ekchari village is situated in Colgong Subdivision, within the Bhagalpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekchari?
Ekchari serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ekchari?
The pincode of Ekchari is 813203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ekchari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ekchari is 8,945, with 4,757 males and 4,188 females.
How many households are there in Ekchari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ekchari village has a total of 1,746 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekchari as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ekchari is 48.06%. The male literacy rate is 53.94%, while the female literacy rate is 41.38%.