Eklaspur - Pandharpur, Solapur
Eklaspur is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Ekalaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Eklaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Eklaspur is 562374. The village covers a total geographical area of 303 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Eklaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Eklaspur
As per Census 2011, Eklaspur village has a total population of 1,695 people, consisting of 901 males and 794 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,195 literate and 500 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Eklaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,695 | 901 | 794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 117 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 111 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,195 | 704 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 197 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Eklaspur
Eklaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinchumbe | South | 2.19 km |
| Shirgaon | East | 2.65 km |
| Siddhewadi | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Anawali | North-West | 4.48 km |
| Mallewadi | South-East | 4.52 km |
| Tavashi | South-West | 4.64 km |
| Gharniki | South | 5.46 km |
| Dhavalas | South-East | 5.50 km |
| Ranzani | North-East | 5.52 km |
| Nepatgaon | East | 6.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Eklaspur
Eklaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Eklaspur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Eklaspur is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Eklaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Eklaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Eklaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Eklaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Eklaspur
Where is Eklaspur located?
Eklaspur village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Eklaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Eklaspur is Ekalaspur.
What is the pincode of Eklaspur?
The pincode of Eklaspur is 413304.
What is the population of Eklaspur?
Eklaspur has a total population of 1,695, including 901 males and 794 females.
How many households are there in Eklaspur?
There are 298 households in Eklaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Eklaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Eklaspur is 70.50%. Male literacy is 78.14% and female literacy is 61.84%.