Eklara
Eklara is a village located in Chikhli tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Chikhli (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Eklara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Eklara unique in its vibrant Chikhli-Buldana region. You’ll see Eklara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Eklara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Eklara is 529146. The village spans a total geographical area of 1254 hectares. Chikhli is nearest town to Eklara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Eklara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chikhli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Buldhana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Eklara
Population of Eklara
According to the 2011 Census, Eklara has a total population of about 3,448, with approximately 1,835 males and 1,613 females. The sex ratio is around 879 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 439 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 626 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 182. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.01%, with male literacy at about 82.23% and female literacy near 64.66%. There are around 749 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Eklara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,448 | 1,835 | 1,613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 439 | 229 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 626 | 316 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 97 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 2,552 | 1,509 | 1,043 |
| Illiterate Population | 896 | 326 | 570 |
Connectivity of Eklara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Eklara. As per the 2011 stats, Eklara 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Eklara
Knowing the nearby villages of Eklara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Eklara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Eklara
- Where is Eklara located?
- Eklara village is situated in Chikhli Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Eklara?
- Eklara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Eklara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Eklara is 3,448, with 1,835 males and 1,613 females.
- How many households are there in Eklara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Eklara village has a total of 749 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Eklara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Eklara is 74.01%. The male literacy rate is 82.23%, while the female literacy rate is 64.66%.