Ekwari - Sahar, Bhojpur
Ekwari is a village situated in the Sahar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Ekwari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekwari is 247736. The village covers a total geographical area of 1275 hectares and falls under the 802208 pincode. Arwal is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ekwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ekwari
As per Census 2011, Ekwari village has a total population of 11,561 people, consisting of 5,976 males and 5,585 females. The village has 1,877 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,897 literate and 4,664 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,750 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ekwari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 6,897 | 4,005 | 2,892 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,664 | 1,971 | 2,693 |
Nearby Villages of Ekwari
Ekwari 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 Ekwari
Ekwari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arwal to Ekwari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Ekwari is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekwari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ekwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekwari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ekwari
Where is Ekwari located?
Ekwari village is located in Sahar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekwari?
Ekwari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ekwari?
The pincode of Ekwari is 802208.
What is the population of Ekwari?
Ekwari has a total population of 11,561, including 5,976 males and 5,585 females.
How many households are there in Ekwari?
There are 1,877 households in Ekwari.
What is the literacy rate in Ekwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekwari is 59.66%. Male literacy is 67.02% and female literacy is 51.78%.