Ekara - Brahmapuri, Chandrapur
Ekara is a village situated in the Brahmapuri tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmapuri and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Ekara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekara is 540844. The village covers a total geographical area of 691.35 hectares and falls under the 441206 pincode. Brahmapuri is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Ekara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brahmapuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ekara
As per Census 2011, Ekara village has a total population of 1,096 people, consisting of 551 males and 545 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 718 literate and 378 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 451 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ekara are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Ekara
Ekara 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 Ekara
Ekara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Brahmapuri to Ekara is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Ekara is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ekara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ekara
Where is Ekara located?
Ekara village is located in Brahmapuri Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekara?
Ekara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ekara?
The pincode of Ekara is 441206.
What is the population of Ekara?
Ekara has a total population of 1,096, including 551 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Ekara?
There are 281 households in Ekara.
What is the literacy rate in Ekara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekara is 65.51%. Male literacy is 73.68% and female literacy is 57.25%.