Ekara
Ekara is a village located in Brahmapuri tehsil of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Brahmapuri (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Chandrapur. As per 2009 stats, Ekara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ekara unique in its vibrant Brahmapuri-Chandrapur region. You’ll see Ekara’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 Ekara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ekara is 540844. The village spans a total geographical area of 691.35 hectares. Brahmapuri is nearest town to Ekara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ekara 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 Brahmapuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ekara
Population of Ekara
According to the 2011 Census, Ekara has a total population of about 1,096, with approximately 551 males and 545 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 124 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 87 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 451. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.51%, with male literacy at about 73.68% and female literacy near 57.25%. There are around 281 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ekara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,096 | 551 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 69 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 451 | 213 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 718 | 406 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 145 | 233 |
Connectivity of Ekara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ekara. As per the 2011 stats, Ekara 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 Ekara
Knowing the nearby villages of Ekara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ekara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ekara
- Where is Ekara located?
- Ekara village is situated in Brahmapuri Tehsil, within the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ekara?
- Ekara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ekara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ekara is 1,096, with 551 males and 545 females.
- How many households are there in Ekara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ekara village has a total of 281 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ekara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ekara is 65.51%. The male literacy rate is 73.68%, while the female literacy rate is 57.25%.