Ektia - Gobindpur, Nawada
Ektia is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Sughri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ektia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ektia is 257873. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 805126 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ektia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Ektia
According to the 2011 Census, Ektia village had a total population of 657 people, including 341 males and 316 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.97%, with male literacy at 83.63% and female literacy at 49.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111.
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 | 657 | 341 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 60 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 235 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 106 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Ektia
Ektia 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 Ektia
Ektia 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawada to Ektia is about 25 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 Ektia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ektia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ektia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ektia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ektia
Where is Ektia located?
Ektia village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ektia?
The Gram Panchayat of Ektia is Sughri.
What is the pincode of Ektia?
The pincode of Ektia is 805126.
What is the population of Ektia?
Ektia had a total population of 657, including 341 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Ektia?
Ektia had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ektia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ektia was 66.97%. Male literacy was 83.63% and female literacy was 49.24%.