Ehara - Mardapal, Kondagaon
Ehara is a village situated in the Mardapal tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from Kondagaon and around 110 km from Jagdalpur. Lakhapuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ehara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ehara is 448718. The village covers a total geographical area of 994.86 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ehara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ehara
As per Census 2011, Ehara village has a total population of 272 people, consisting of 145 males and 127 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7 literate and 265 illiterate residents. Additionally, 267 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ehara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 272 | 145 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 144 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 139 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Ehara
Ehara 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 Ehara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ehara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kondagaon to Ehara is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Ehara is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ehara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ehara 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 Ehara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ehara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ehara
Where is Ehara located?
Ehara village is located in Mardapal Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ehara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ehara is Lakhapuri.
What is the pincode of Ehara?
The pincode of Ehara is 494226.
What is the population of Ehara?
Ehara has a total population of 272, including 145 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Ehara?
There are 61 households in Ehara.
What is the literacy rate in Ehara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ehara is 2.57%. Male literacy is 4.14% and female literacy is 0.79%.