Ekara Bk. - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Ekara Bk. is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Todsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekara Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekara Bk. is 539648. The village covers a total geographical area of 2400.14 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Ekara Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ekara Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Ekara Bk. village had a total population of 660 people, including 325 males and 335 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.33%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 54.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 643.
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 | 660 | 325 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 67 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 643 | 316 | 327 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 172 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 153 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Ekara Bk.
Ekara Bk. 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 Bk.
Ekara Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Ekara Bk. is about 135 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekara Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekara Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ekara Bk.
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 Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ekara Bk.
Where is Ekara Bk. located?
Ekara Bk. village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekara Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekara Bk. is Todsa.
What is the pincode of Ekara Bk.?
The pincode of Ekara Bk. is 442704.
What is the population of Ekara Bk.?
Ekara Bk. had a total population of 660, including 325 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Ekara Bk.?
Ekara Bk. had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekara Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekara Bk. was 60.33%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 54.76%.