Ekalbara - Rajpur, Barwani
Ekalbara is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Ekalwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekalbara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekalbara is 478323. The village covers a total geographical area of 970.14 hectares and falls under the 451447 pincode. Palsud is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Ekalbara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ekalbara
As per Census 2011, Ekalbara village has a total population of 2,409 people, consisting of 1,215 males and 1,194 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 514 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 769 literate and 1,640 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,252 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ekalbara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,409 | 1,215 | 1,194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 514 | 276 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 73 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,252 | 1,134 | 1,118 |
| Literate Population | 769 | 432 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,640 | 783 | 857 |
Nearby Villages of Ekalbara
Ekalbara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mojali Buzurg | South | 3.64 km |
| Sawarda | East | 3.69 km |
| Matli | East | 4.07 km |
| Jadakau | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Upla | North-East | 5.07 km |
| Bhandarda | North | 5.17 km |
| Khadkya Mhow | North-East | 5.44 km |
| Chiklya | West | 5.99 km |
| Mujala | South | 6.10 km |
| Dhamodi | North | 6.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ekalbara
Ekalbara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Vikhran Road, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palsud to Ekalbara is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Ekalbara is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekalbara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekalbara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ekalbara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekalbara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ekalbara
Where is Ekalbara located?
Ekalbara village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekalbara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekalbara is Ekalwara.
What is the pincode of Ekalbara?
The pincode of Ekalbara is 451447.
What is the population of Ekalbara?
Ekalbara has a total population of 2,409, including 1,215 males and 1,194 females.
How many households are there in Ekalbara?
There are 351 households in Ekalbara.
What is the literacy rate in Ekalbara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekalbara is 31.92%. Male literacy is 35.56% and female literacy is 28.22%.