Ekdar - Rajpur, Buxar
Ekdar is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Hethuan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekdar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekdar is 248550. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ekdar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ekdar
According to the 2011 Census, Ekdar village had a total population of 677 people, including 362 males and 315 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.09%, with male literacy at 97.62% and female literacy at 77.31%.
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 | 677 | 362 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 68 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 287 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 75 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Ekdar
Ekdar 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 Ekdar
Ekdar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Ekdar is about 20 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 Ekdar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekdar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ekdar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekdar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ekdar
Where is Ekdar located?
Ekdar village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekdar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekdar is Hethuan.
What is the pincode of Ekdar?
The pincode of Ekdar is 802122.
What is the population of Ekdar?
Ekdar had a total population of 677, including 362 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Ekdar?
Ekdar had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekdar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekdar was 88.09%. Male literacy was 97.62% and female literacy was 77.31%.