Elachpur - Sonkatch, Dewas
Elachpur is a village situated in the Sonkatch tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonkatch and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Jagadishpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Elachpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elachpur is 473452. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.56 hectares and falls under the 455118 pincode. Sonkatch is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Elachpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Elachpur
According to the 2011 Census, Elachpur village had a total population of 135 people, including 69 males and 66 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.64%, with male literacy at 88.52% and female literacy at 47.37%.
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 | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 54 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 15 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Elachpur
Elachpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guradiyagujar | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Pipalyabhachod | East | 2.04 km |
| Jagdishpur | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Polayjagir | North | 2.61 km |
| Borkhedapurwiya | South | 3.85 km |
| Shivpurmundla | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Babai | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Abhepur | South-East | 4.18 km |
| Mirpurkhedi | East | 4.40 km |
| Dakachya | North-West | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Elachpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Elachpur. The nearest railway station is Dewas, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 km.
| 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 Sonkatch to Elachpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Elachpur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Elachpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elachpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Elachpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Elachpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Elachpur
Where is Elachpur located?
Elachpur village is located in Sonkatch Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elachpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Elachpur is Jagadishpur.
What is the pincode of Elachpur?
The pincode of Elachpur is 455118.
What is the population of Elachpur?
Elachpur had a total population of 135, including 69 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Elachpur?
Elachpur had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Elachpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elachpur was 68.64%. Male literacy was 88.52% and female literacy was 47.37%.