Ektia Village - 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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ektia
As per Census 2011, Ektia village has a total population of 657 people, consisting of 341 males and 316 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 365 literate and 292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ektia are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 657 | 341 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 60 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| 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 has a total population of 657, including 341 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Ektia?
There are 87 households in Ektia.
What is the literacy rate in Ektia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ektia is 55.56%. Male literacy is 68.91% and female literacy is 41.14%.