Erthan

Erthan is a village located in Olpad taluka of Surat district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Olpad (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Surat. As per 2009 stats, Erthan village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Erthan unique in its vibrant Olpad-Surat region. You’ll see Erthan’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 Erthan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Erthan is 523705. The village spans a total geographical area of 510.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 394540. Surat is nearest town to Erthan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

When it comes to local governance, Erthan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Erthan

According to the 2011 Census, Erthan has a total population of about 1,436, with approximately 736 males and 700 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 168 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 119 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 637. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.99%, with male literacy at about 73.10% and female literacy near 66.71%. There are around 311 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Erthan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,436 736 700
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 168 100 68
Scheduled Castes (SC) 119 57 62
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 637 319 318
Literate Population 1,005 538 467
Illiterate Population 431 198 233

Connectivity of Erthan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Erthan. As per the 2011 stats, Erthan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Erthan

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Erthan

Where is Erthan located?
Erthan village is situated in Olpad Taluka, within the Surat district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Erthan?
Erthan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Erthan?
The pincode of Erthan is 394540, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Erthan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Erthan is 1,436, with 736 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Erthan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Erthan village has a total of 311 households.
What is the literacy rate in Erthan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Erthan is 69.99%. The male literacy rate is 73.10%, while the female literacy rate is 66.71%.