Ektasa - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Ektasa is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Ektasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ektasa is 477492. The village covers a total geographical area of 1071.37 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Ektasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ektasa
As per Census 2011, Ektasa village has a total population of 1,446 people, consisting of 739 males and 707 females. The village has 301 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 733 literate and 713 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,231 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ektasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,446 | 739 | 707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 122 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 59 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,231 | 638 | 593 |
| Literate Population | 733 | 439 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 713 | 300 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Ektasa
Ektasa 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 Ektasa
Ektasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Ektasa is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Ektasa is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ektasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ektasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ektasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ektasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ektasa
Where is Ektasa located?
Ektasa village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ektasa?
Ektasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ektasa?
The pincode of Ektasa is 451331.
What is the population of Ektasa?
Ektasa has a total population of 1,446, including 739 males and 707 females.
How many households are there in Ektasa?
There are 301 households in Ektasa.
What is the literacy rate in Ektasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ektasa is 50.69%. Male literacy is 59.40% and female literacy is 41.58%.