Eklaspur - Deoli, Wardha
Eklaspur is a village situated in the Deoli tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deoli and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Nachangaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Eklaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Eklaspur is 534207. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.83 hectares and falls under the 442302 pincode. Pulgaon is the nearest town, located about 5 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 Deoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Eklaspur
As per Census 2011, Eklaspur village has a total population of 900 people, consisting of 433 males and 467 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 1,078 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 785 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Eklaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 900 | 433 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 35 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 785 | 391 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 42 | 73 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rangnathpur | South | 1.16 km |
| Vitala | North | 2.03 km |
| Nachangaon | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Vaknath | West | 3.27 km |
| Hamdapur | South | 3.29 km |
| Apti | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Giroli | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Borgaon Dhande | West | 3.44 km |
| Bhagwanpur | South | 3.73 km |
| Shahapur | South | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Eklaspur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Eklaspur. The nearest railway station is Pulgaon Jn, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.2 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 Pulgaon to Eklaspur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Eklaspur is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Eklaspur
Where is Eklaspur located?
Eklaspur village is located in Deoli Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Eklaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Eklaspur is Nachangaon.
What is the pincode of Eklaspur?
The pincode of Eklaspur is 442302.
What is the population of Eklaspur?
Eklaspur has a total population of 900, including 433 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Eklaspur?
There are 224 households in Eklaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Eklaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Eklaspur is 87.22%. Male literacy is 90.30% and female literacy is 84.37%.