Ekauni - Agiaon, Bhojpur
Ekauni is a village situated in the Agiaon subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Agiaon and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Pawar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekauni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekauni is 247617. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 802201 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Ekauni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Agiaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ekauni
According to the 2011 Census, Ekauni village had a total population of 269 people, including 126 males and 143 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,135 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.34%, with male literacy at 69.61% and female literacy at 36.61%.
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 | 269 | 126 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 24 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 71 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 55 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Ekauni
Ekauni 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 Ekauni
Ekauni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Ekauni has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Ekauni is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekauni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekauni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ekauni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekauni 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ekauni
Where is Ekauni located?
Ekauni village is located in Agiaon Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekauni?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekauni is Pawar.
What is the pincode of Ekauni?
The pincode of Ekauni is 802201.
What is the population of Ekauni?
Ekauni had a total population of 269, including 126 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Ekauni?
Ekauni had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekauni was 52.34%. Male literacy was 69.61% and female literacy was 36.61%.