Eirkota - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Eirkota is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Bandgaon and around 74 km from Chaibasa. Champwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Eirkota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Eirkota is 377107. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.3 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Chakhardarpur is the nearest town.
Eirkota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Eirkota
According to the 2011 Census, Eirkota village had a total population of 109 people, including 59 males and 50 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.50%, with male literacy at 80.49% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 109.
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 | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 33 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 26 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Eirkota
Eirkota 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 Eirkota
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Eirkota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chaibasa to Eirkota is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Eirkota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Eirkota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Eirkota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Eirkota 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Eirkota
Where is Eirkota located?
Eirkota village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Eirkota?
The Gram Panchayat of Eirkota is Champwa.
What is the pincode of Eirkota?
The pincode of Eirkota is 833201.
What is the population of Eirkota?
Eirkota had a total population of 109, including 59 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Eirkota?
Eirkota had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Eirkota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Eirkota was 57.50%. Male literacy was 80.49% and female literacy was 33.33%.