Ekchanan

Ekchanan is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Belwa Dangi is the gram panchayat of Ekchanan village.

Ekchanan has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 Ekchanan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ekchanan is 225070. The village spans a total geographical area of 205 hectares. Raiganj (wb) is nearest town to Ekchanan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Ekchanan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,325 694 631
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 273 154 119
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 501 295 206
Illiterate Population 824 399 425

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

  • The total population of Ekchanan village is around 1,325, including approximately 694 males and 631 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 273 children aged 0–6 years in Ekchanan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Ekchanan village is about 37.81%, with male literacy at 42.51% and female literacy at 32.65%.
  • There are around 231 households in Ekchanan village.

Connectivity of Ekchanan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ekchanan. As per the 2011 stats, Ekchanan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Ekchanan

Knowing the nearby villages of Ekchanan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ekchanan.

Raiyapur Belwa Dangi Pual Masanpur Sonatola Birjoy Lodhna Gowagaon Sanjhia Lalpurgachh Sitgaon

Frequently Asked Questions about Ekchanan

Where is Ekchanan located?
Ekchanan village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekchanan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekchanan is Belwa Dangi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Ekchanan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ekchanan is 1,325, with 694 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in Ekchanan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ekchanan village has a total of 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekchanan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ekchanan is 37.81%. The male literacy rate is 42.51%, while the female literacy rate is 32.65%.