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.

Ekwari has its own place in the vibrant Bhojpur 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 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.

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Population of Ekwari

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Ekwari village is around 11,561, including approximately 5,976 males and 5,585 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2,111 children aged 0–6 years in Ekwari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ekwari village has 1,750 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ekwari village is about 59.66%, with male literacy at 67.02% and female literacy at 51.78%.
  • There are around 1,877 households in Ekwari village.

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)
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.

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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%.