Ekara
About Ekara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ekara village is 540844. Ekara village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 691.35 hectares. Ekara has a total population of 1,096 peoples, out of which male population is 551 while female population is 545. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 989 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ekara village is 65.51% out of which 73.68% males and 57.25% females are literate. There are about 281 houses in ekara village.
When it comes to administration, Ekara village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Ekara village comes under Brahmapuri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency. Brahmapuri is nearest town to ekara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
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Population of Ekara
The population details of Ekara cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,096 | 551 | 545 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 124 | 69 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 451 | 213 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 718 | 406 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 145 | 233 |
Connectivity of Ekara
| 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 |
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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%.