Ekraha

Ekraha is a village located in Banmankhi subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Banmankhi (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Sahoriya Subhay Milik is the gram panchayat of Ekraha village.

Ekraha has its own place in the vibrant Purnia 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 Ekraha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ekraha is 222990. The village spans a total geographical area of 894 hectares. Banmankhi is nearest town to Ekraha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Ekraha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,713 3,946 3,767
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,601 786 815
Scheduled Castes (SC) 930 479 451
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 19 12 7
Literate Population 2,644 1,601 1,043
Illiterate Population 5,069 2,345 2,724

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

  • The total population of Ekraha village is around 7,713, including approximately 3,946 males and 3,767 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,601 children aged 0–6 years in Ekraha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ekraha village has 930 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 19 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ekraha village is about 34.28%, with male literacy at 40.57% and female literacy at 27.69%.
  • There are around 1,501 households in Ekraha village.

Connectivity of Ekraha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ekraha. As per the 2011 stats, Ekraha 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Ekraha

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

Birnagar Raghunath Maharajganj Birnagar Raghunath Milik Ekraha Milik Rajuadih Jankinagar Brindaban Madhuban Ramnagar Milik

Frequently Asked Questions about Ekraha

Where is Ekraha located?
Ekraha village is situated in Banmankhi Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekraha?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekraha is Sahoriya Subhay Milik (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Ekraha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ekraha is 7,713, with 3,946 males and 3,767 females.
How many households are there in Ekraha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ekraha village has a total of 1,501 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekraha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ekraha is 34.28%. The male literacy rate is 40.57%, while the female literacy rate is 27.69%.