Ekwari - Guthani, Siwan
Ekwari is a village situated in the Guthani subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guthani and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Biswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekwari is 232199. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 841239 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ekwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Ekwari
According to the 2011 Census, Ekwari village had a total population of 613 people, including 295 males and 318 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.59%, with male literacy at 82.87% and female literacy at 68.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 226.
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 | 613 | 295 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 44 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 113 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 208 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 87 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Ekwari
Ekwari 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 Ekwari
Ekwari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ekwari.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Ekwari is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Ekwari is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekwari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ekwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekwari 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 Ekwari
Where is Ekwari located?
Ekwari village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ekwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekwari is Biswar.
What is the pincode of Ekwari?
The pincode of Ekwari is 841239.
What is the population of Ekwari?
Ekwari had a total population of 613, including 295 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Ekwari?
Ekwari had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekwari was 75.59%. Male literacy was 82.87% and female literacy was 68.58%.