Ekhatapur - Sangole, Solapur
Ekhatapur is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Ekhatapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekhatapur is 562547. The village covers a total geographical area of 3113.55 hectares and falls under the 413307 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Ekhatapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ekhatapur
As per Census 2011, Ekhatapur village has a total population of 5,928 people, consisting of 3,149 males and 2,779 females. The village has 1,156 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 788 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,735 literate and 2,193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 547 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ekhatapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,928 | 3,149 | 2,779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 788 | 424 | 364 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 547 | 280 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 3,735 | 2,173 | 1,562 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,193 | 976 | 1,217 |
Nearby Villages of Ekhatapur
Ekhatapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chincholi | East | 4.26 km |
| Shivane | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Dhayati | North-East | 7.61 km |
| Kamalapur | South | 8.12 km |
| Waki Shivane | North-West | 8.21 km |
| Naralewadi | North | 8.30 km |
| Godasewadi | South | 8.50 km |
| Bamani | East | 8.70 km |
| Sonalwadi | West | 8.74 km |
| Vasud | South | 9.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ekhatapur
Public transport in the Ekhatapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sangola, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangole to Ekhatapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Ekhatapur is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekhatapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekhatapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ekhatapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekhatapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ekhatapur
Where is Ekhatapur located?
Ekhatapur village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekhatapur?
Ekhatapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ekhatapur?
The pincode of Ekhatapur is 413307.
What is the population of Ekhatapur?
Ekhatapur has a total population of 5,928, including 3,149 males and 2,779 females.
How many households are there in Ekhatapur?
There are 1,156 households in Ekhatapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ekhatapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekhatapur is 63.01%. Male literacy is 69.01% and female literacy is 56.21%.