Ekwari
Ekwari is a village located in Sahar subdivision of Bhojpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sahar (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Arrah. As per 2009 stats, Ekwari village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ekwari unique in its vibrant Sahar-Bhojpur region. You’ll see Ekwari’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ekwari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ekwari is 247736. The village spans a total geographical area of 1275 hectares. Arwal is nearest town to Ekwari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Ekwari
Population of Ekwari
According to the 2011 Census, Ekwari has a total population of about 11,561, with approximately 5,976 males and 5,585 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,111 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,750 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.66%, with male literacy at about 67.02% and female literacy near 51.78%. There are around 1,877 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ekwari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 11,561 | 5,976 | 5,585 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,111 | 1,070 | 1,041 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,750 | 915 | 835 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
Literate Population | 6,897 | 4,005 | 2,892 |
Illiterate Population | 4,664 | 1,971 | 2,693 |
Connectivity of Ekwari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ekwari. As per the 2011 stats, Ekwari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ekwari
Knowing the nearby villages of Ekwari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ekwari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ekwari
- Where is Ekwari located?
- Ekwari village is situated in Sahar Subdivision, within the Bhojpur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ekwari?
- Ekwari serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ekwari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ekwari is 11,561, with 5,976 males and 5,585 females.
- How many households are there in Ekwari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ekwari village has a total of 1,877 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ekwari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ekwari is 59.66%. The male literacy rate is 67.02%, while the female literacy rate is 51.78%.