Ekundi - Jat, Sangli
Ekundi is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Ekundi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekundi is 568842. The village covers a total geographical area of 1294 hectares and falls under the 416402 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Ekundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ekundi
As per Census 2011, Ekundi village has a total population of 2,200 people, consisting of 1,159 males and 1,041 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,258 literate and 942 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ekundi are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Ekundi
Ekundi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jirgyal | North | 3.09 km |
| Vajrawad | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Mirawad | North | 5.14 km |
| Malabad | South | 5.26 km |
| Salmalgewadi | North-East | 5.49 km |
| Anantapur | South-West | 5.81 km |
| Shinganapur | West | 6.56 km |
| Gugwad | South-East | 7.67 km |
| Kudnur | North-West | 7.85 km |
| Bevanoor | South | 7.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ekundi
Public transport in the Ekundi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kavathe Mahankl, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Ekundi is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Ekundi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ekundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ekundi
Where is Ekundi located?
Ekundi village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekundi?
Ekundi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ekundi?
The pincode of Ekundi is 416402.
What is the population of Ekundi?
Ekundi has a total population of 2,200, including 1,159 males and 1,041 females.
How many households are there in Ekundi?
There are 398 households in Ekundi.
What is the literacy rate in Ekundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekundi is 57.18%. Male literacy is 63.24% and female literacy is 50.43%.