Ekara Kh. - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Ekara Kh. is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Todsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekara Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekara Kh. is 539658. The village covers a total geographical area of 644.13 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 138 km away.
Ekara Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ekara Kh.
As per Census 2011, Ekara Kh. village has a total population of 419 people, consisting of 215 males and 204 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 408 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ekara Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 419 | 215 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 207 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 123 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 92 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Ekara Kh.
Ekara Kh. 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 Kh.
Ekara Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >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 Kh. is about 138 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 Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekara Kh. 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 Kh.
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 Kh. 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 Kh.
Where is Ekara Kh. located?
Ekara Kh. village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekara Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekara Kh. is Todsa.
What is the pincode of Ekara Kh.?
The pincode of Ekara Kh. is 442704.
What is the population of Ekara Kh.?
Ekara Kh. has a total population of 419, including 215 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Ekara Kh.?
There are 67 households in Ekara Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Ekara Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekara Kh. is 53.22%. Male literacy is 57.21% and female literacy is 49.02%.