Elakend

Elakend is a village located in Nirsa Chirkunda subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Chirkunda (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Alakendra is the gram panchayat of Elakend village.

Elakend has its own place in the vibrant Dhanbad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Elakend

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Elakend is 362098. The village spans a total geographical area of 221 hectares. Chirkunda is nearest town to Elakend village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Elakend

Below is a concise population overview of Elakend as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,574 783 791
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 316 154 162
Scheduled Castes (SC) 85 42 43
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 725 347 378
Literate Population 745 480 265
Illiterate Population 829 303 526

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Elakend village:

  • The total population of Elakend village is around 1,574, including approximately 783 males and 791 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 316 children aged 0–6 years in Elakend village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Elakend village has 85 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 725 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Elakend village is about 47.33%, with male literacy at 61.30% and female literacy at 33.50%.
  • There are around 344 households in Elakend village.

Connectivity of Elakend

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

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

Nearby Villages of Elakend

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Elakend

Where is Elakend located?
Elakend village is situated in Nirsa Chirkunda Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elakend?
The Gram Panchayat of Elakend is Alakendra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Elakend as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Elakend is 1,574, with 783 males and 791 females.
How many households are there in Elakend as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Elakend village has a total of 344 households.
What is the literacy rate in Elakend as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Elakend is 47.33%. The male literacy rate is 61.30%, while the female literacy rate is 33.50%.