Ekalgharia - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Ekalgharia is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Katkur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekalgharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekalgharia is 477136. The village covers a total geographical area of 305.79 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Ekalgharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ekalgharia
As per Census 2011, Ekalgharia village has a total population of 1,710 people, consisting of 857 males and 853 females. The village has 357 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 832 literate and 878 illiterate residents. Additionally, 462 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 308 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ekalgharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,710 | 857 | 853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 132 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 462 | 223 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 155 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 832 | 488 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 878 | 369 | 509 |
Nearby Villages of Ekalgharia
Ekalgharia 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 Ekalgharia
Public transport in the Ekalgharia is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ekalgharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasrawad to Ekalgharia is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Ekalgharia is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekalgharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekalgharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ekalgharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekalgharia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ekalgharia
Where is Ekalgharia located?
Ekalgharia village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekalgharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekalgharia is Katkur.
What is the pincode of Ekalgharia?
The pincode of Ekalgharia is 451228.
What is the population of Ekalgharia?
Ekalgharia has a total population of 1,710, including 857 males and 853 females.
How many households are there in Ekalgharia?
There are 357 households in Ekalgharia.
What is the literacy rate in Ekalgharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekalgharia is 48.65%. Male literacy is 56.94% and female literacy is 40.33%.