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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Ekara village had a total population of 1,096 people, including 551 males and 545 females, living in 281 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.87%, with male literacy at 84.23% and female literacy at 63.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 451.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 Village Panchayat of Ekara?
Ekara is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ekara?
The pincode of Ekara is 441206.
What is the population of Ekara?
Ekara had a total population of 1,096, including 551 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Ekara?
Ekara had 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekara was 73.87%. Male literacy was 84.23% and female literacy was 63.67%.