Ekadeuli - Khaira, Balasore
Ekadeuli is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Khaira and around 70 km from Baleshwar. Haripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekadeuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekadeuli is 393608. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ekadeuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ekadeuli
As per Census 2011, Ekadeuli village has a total population of 67 people, consisting of 38 males and 29 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 763 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 50 literate and 17 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ekadeuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 8 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Ekadeuli
Ekadeuli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ekadeuli
Ekadeuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Ekadeuli is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Ekadeuli is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekadeuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekadeuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ekadeuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekadeuli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ekadeuli
Where is Ekadeuli located?
Ekadeuli village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekadeuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekadeuli is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Ekadeuli?
The pincode of Ekadeuli is 756047.
What is the population of Ekadeuli?
Ekadeuli has a total population of 67, including 38 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Ekadeuli?
There are 18 households in Ekadeuli.
What is the literacy rate in Ekadeuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekadeuli is 74.63%. Male literacy is 78.95% and female literacy is 68.97%.