Eghra - Pratappur, Chatra
Eghra is a village situated in the Pratappur subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratappur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Eghara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Eghra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Eghra is 348366. The village covers a total geographical area of 237 hectares and falls under the 825404 pincode. Pratappur is the nearest town.
Eghra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Eghra
As per Census 2011, Eghra village has a total population of 2,328 people, consisting of 1,170 males and 1,158 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 570 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 954 literate and 1,374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 778 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Eghra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,328 | 1,170 | 1,158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 570 | 282 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 778 | 362 | 416 |
| Literate Population | 954 | 543 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,374 | 627 | 747 |
Nearby Villages of Eghra
Eghra 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 Eghra
Eghra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Eghra is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Eghra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Eghra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Eghra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Eghra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Eghra
Where is Eghra located?
Eghra village is located in Pratappur Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Eghra?
The Gram Panchayat of Eghra is Eghara.
What is the pincode of Eghra?
The pincode of Eghra is 825404.
What is the population of Eghra?
Eghra has a total population of 2,328, including 1,170 males and 1,158 females.
How many households are there in Eghra?
There are 383 households in Eghra.
What is the literacy rate in Eghra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Eghra is 40.98%. Male literacy is 46.41% and female literacy is 35.49%.