Ekalgarh - Sitamau, Mandsaur
Ekalgarh is a village situated in the Sitamau tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitamau and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Satakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekalgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekalgarh is 469854. The village covers a total geographical area of 533 hectares and falls under the 458389 pincode. Sitamau is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ekalgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ekalgarh
As per Census 2011, Ekalgarh village has a total population of 500 people, consisting of 258 males and 242 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 328 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ekalgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 500 | 258 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 94 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 189 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 69 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Ekalgarh
Ekalgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhaturiya | North | 2.52 km |
| Tatka | South | 2.56 km |
| Satakhedi | West | 3.02 km |
| Seendhala | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Chakatya | West | 3.44 km |
| Khejariya | East | 3.46 km |
| Dipakheda | North | 4.20 km |
| Piplya Jagir | West | 4.38 km |
| Parasali | South-East | 4.55 km |
| Jetpura | North-East | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ekalgarh
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ekalgarh. The nearest railway station is Chau Mahla, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamau to Ekalgarh is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Ekalgarh 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 Ekalgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekalgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ekalgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekalgarh 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ekalgarh
Where is Ekalgarh located?
Ekalgarh village is located in Sitamau Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekalgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekalgarh is Satakhedi.
What is the pincode of Ekalgarh?
The pincode of Ekalgarh is 458389.
What is the population of Ekalgarh?
Ekalgarh has a total population of 500, including 258 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Ekalgarh?
There are 113 households in Ekalgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Ekalgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekalgarh is 65.60%. Male literacy is 73.26% and female literacy is 57.44%.