Ektai - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Ektai is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 125 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Ektai village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ektai is 531601. The village covers a total geographical area of 427.58 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Bhaisdahi is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Ektai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ektai
According to the 2011 Census, Ektai village had a total population of 1,087 people, including 544 males and 543 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.44%, with male literacy at 78.59% and female literacy at 53.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,044.
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 | 1,087 | 544 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 77 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,044 | 523 | 521 |
| Literate Population | 594 | 367 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 177 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Ektai
Ektai 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 Ektai
Public transport in the Ektai is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhaisdahi to Ektai is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Ektai is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ektai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ektai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ektai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ektai 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ektai
Where is Ektai located?
Ektai village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ektai?
Ektai is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ektai?
The pincode of Ektai is 444807.
What is the population of Ektai?
Ektai had a total population of 1,087, including 544 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Ektai?
Ektai had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ektai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ektai was 66.44%. Male literacy was 78.59% and female literacy was 53.16%.