Ekrala
Ekrala is a village located in Hadgaon tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Hadgaon (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Ekrala village is also a gram panchayat.
Ekrala has its own place in the vibrant Nanded region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ekrala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ekrala is 544571. The village spans a total geographical area of 359.72 hectares. Hadgoan is nearest town to Ekrala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ekrala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ekrala
Population of Ekrala
Below is a concise population overview of Ekrala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,140 | 585 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 79 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 477 | 246 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 106 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 793 | 453 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 132 | 215 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ekrala village:
- The total population of Ekrala village is around 1,140, including approximately 585 males and 555 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 164 children aged 0–6 years in Ekrala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ekrala village has 477 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 220 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ekrala village is about 69.56%, with male literacy at 77.44% and female literacy at 61.26%.
- There are around 227 households in Ekrala village.
Connectivity of Ekrala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ekrala. As per the 2011 stats, Ekrala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ekrala
Knowing the nearby villages of Ekrala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ekrala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ekrala
- Where is Ekrala located?
- Ekrala village is situated in Hadgaon Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ekrala?
- Ekrala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ekrala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ekrala is 1,140, with 585 males and 555 females.
- How many households are there in Ekrala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ekrala village has a total of 227 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ekrala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ekrala is 69.56%. The male literacy rate is 77.44%, while the female literacy rate is 61.26%.