Ekauni - Kochas, Rohtas
Ekauni is a village situated in the Kochas subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochas and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Kathrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekauni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekauni is 250662. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.94 hectares and falls under the 821112 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ekauni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Ekauni
According to the 2011 Census, Ekauni village had a total population of 908 people, including 476 males and 432 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.42%, with male literacy at 87.34% and female literacy at 61.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 397.
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 | 908 | 476 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 97 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 209 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 331 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 145 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Ekauni
Ekauni 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 Ekauni
Public transport in the Ekauni is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasaram to Ekauni is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekauni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekauni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ekauni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekauni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ekauni
Where is Ekauni located?
Ekauni village is located in Kochas Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ekauni?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekauni is Kathrai.
What is the pincode of Ekauni?
The pincode of Ekauni is 821112.
What is the population of Ekauni?
Ekauni had a total population of 908, including 476 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Ekauni?
Ekauni had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekauni was 75.42%. Male literacy was 87.34% and female literacy was 61.86%.