Ekalahera - Ambad, Jalna
Ekalahera is a village situated in the Ambad tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Eklahera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekalahera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekalahera is 547887. The village covers a total geographical area of 1010.4 hectares and falls under the 431204 pincode. Ambad is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ekalahera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghansawangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Parbhani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ekalahera
As per Census 2011, Ekalahera village has a total population of 2,298 people, consisting of 1,173 males and 1,125 females. The village has 477 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,346 literate and 952 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ekalahera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,298 | 1,173 | 1,125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 177 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 94 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,346 | 779 | 567 |
| Illiterate Population | 952 | 394 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Ekalahera
Ekalahera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhanang Jalgaon | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Bhardi | North | 2.14 km |
| Daithana Kh. | South | 2.45 km |
| Sadegaon | South | 3.79 km |
| Khapardev Hiwra | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Jogladevi | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Borgaon Thadi | South | 4.48 km |
| Indalgaon | South-West | 4.75 km |
| Rui | North | 4.77 km |
| Tirthpuri | East | 5.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ekalahera
Ekalahera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranjani, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambad to Ekalahera is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Ekalahera is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekalahera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekalahera 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 Ekalahera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekalahera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ekalahera
Where is Ekalahera located?
Ekalahera village is located in Ambad Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekalahera?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekalahera is Eklahera.
What is the pincode of Ekalahera?
The pincode of Ekalahera is 431204.
What is the population of Ekalahera?
Ekalahera has a total population of 2,298, including 1,173 males and 1,125 females.
How many households are there in Ekalahera?
There are 477 households in Ekalahera.
What is the literacy rate in Ekalahera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekalahera is 58.57%. Male literacy is 66.41% and female literacy is 50.40%.