Ekundi
Ekundi is a village located in Jat tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Jat (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Ekundi village is also a gram panchayat.
Ekundi has its own place in the vibrant Sangli 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 Ekundi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ekundi is 568842. The village spans a total geographical area of 1294 hectares. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is nearest town to Ekundi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ekundi 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 Jat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ekundi
Population of Ekundi
Below is a concise population overview of Ekundi 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 | 2,200 | 1,159 | 1,041 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 179 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 84 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,258 | 733 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 942 | 426 | 516 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ekundi village:
- The total population of Ekundi village is around 2,200, including approximately 1,159 males and 1,041 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 319 children aged 0–6 years in Ekundi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ekundi village has 157 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 30 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ekundi village is about 57.18%, with male literacy at 63.24% and female literacy at 50.43%.
- There are around 398 households in Ekundi village.
Connectivity of Ekundi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ekundi. As per the 2011 stats, Ekundi 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ekundi
Knowing the nearby villages of Ekundi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ekundi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ekundi
- Where is Ekundi located?
- Ekundi village is situated in Jat Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ekundi?
- Ekundi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ekundi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ekundi is 2,200, with 1,159 males and 1,041 females.
- How many households are there in Ekundi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ekundi village has a total of 398 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ekundi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ekundi is 57.18%. The male literacy rate is 63.24%, while the female literacy rate is 50.43%.