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.
Eklara has its own place in the vibrant Buldana region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Eklara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Eklara village:
- The total population of Eklara village is around 3,448, including approximately 1,835 males and 1,613 females, with a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 439 children aged 0–6 years in Eklara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Eklara village has 626 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 182 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Eklara village is about 74.01%, with male literacy at 82.23% and female literacy at 64.66%.
- There are around 749 households in Eklara village.
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%.