Ekansur (S) - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Ekansur (S) is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Geda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekansur (S) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekansur (S) is 539631. The village covers a total geographical area of 361 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Ekansur (S) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ekansur (S)
According to the 2011 Census, Ekansur (S) village had a total population of 206 people, including 97 males and 109 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,124 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.02%, with male literacy at 65.93% and female literacy at 47.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 192.
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 | 206 | 97 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 89 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 60 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 37 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Ekansur (S)
Ekansur (S) 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 Ekansur (S)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ekansur (S).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Ekansur (S) is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekansur (S)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekansur (S) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ekansur (S)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekansur (S) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ekansur (S)
Where is Ekansur (S) located?
Ekansur (S) village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekansur (S)?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekansur (S) is Geda.
What is the pincode of Ekansur (S)?
The pincode of Ekansur (S) is 442704.
What is the population of Ekansur (S)?
Ekansur (S) had a total population of 206, including 97 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Ekansur (S)?
Ekansur (S) had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekansur (S)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekansur (S) was 56.02%. Male literacy was 65.93% and female literacy was 47.00%.