Ekhand

Ekhand is a village located in Punasa tehsil of Khandwa district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Punasa (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Khandwa. As per 2009 stats, Ekhand village is also a gram panchayat.

Ekhand has its own place in the vibrant Khandwa 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 Ekhand

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ekhand is 505953. The village spans a total geographical area of 970.89 hectares. Sanawad is nearest town to Ekhand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

Google Map of Ekhand

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Ekhand

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,833 942 891
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 280 141 139
Scheduled Castes (SC) 288 140 148
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 700 367 333
Literate Population 908 535 373
Illiterate Population 925 407 518

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

  • The total population of Ekhand village is around 1,833, including approximately 942 males and 891 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 280 children aged 0–6 years in Ekhand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ekhand village has 288 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 700 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ekhand village is about 49.54%, with male literacy at 56.79% and female literacy at 41.86%.
  • There are around 370 households in Ekhand village.

Connectivity of Ekhand

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

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

Nearby Villages of Ekhand

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

Phiphari Ryt Saktapur Kelwa Khurd Kelwa Buzurg Ghoghalgaon Toki Kaman Kheda Gunjali Ghosali Bilaya Pipalya

Frequently Asked Questions about Ekhand

Where is Ekhand located?
Ekhand village is situated in Punasa Tehsil, within the Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekhand?
Ekhand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Ekhand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ekhand is 1,833, with 942 males and 891 females.
How many households are there in Ekhand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ekhand village has a total of 370 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekhand as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ekhand is 49.54%. The male literacy rate is 56.79%, while the female literacy rate is 41.86%.