Ekderwa
Ekderwa is a village located in Raxaul subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Raxaul (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Pantoka is the gram panchayat of Ekderwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Ekderwa unique in its vibrant Raxaul-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Ekderwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ekderwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ekderwa is 217477. The village spans a total geographical area of 177.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845305. Raxaul is nearest town to Ekderwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Ekderwa
Population of Ekderwa
According to the 2011 Census, Ekderwa has a total population of about 2,061, with approximately 1,040 males and 1,021 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 435 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 100 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.54%, with male literacy at about 46.54% and female literacy near 26.35%. There are around 337 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ekderwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,061 | 1,040 | 1,021 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 203 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 753 | 484 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,308 | 556 | 752 |
Connectivity of Ekderwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ekderwa. As per the 2011 stats, Ekderwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ekderwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Ekderwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ekderwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ekderwa
- Where is Ekderwa located?
- Ekderwa village is situated in Raxaul Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ekderwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ekderwa is Pantoka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ekderwa?
- The pincode of Ekderwa is 845305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ekderwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ekderwa is 2,061, with 1,040 males and 1,021 females.
- How many households are there in Ekderwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ekderwa village has a total of 337 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ekderwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ekderwa is 36.54%. The male literacy rate is 46.54%, while the female literacy rate is 26.35%.