Erakana
Erakana is a village located in Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Mahanga (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Podmarai is the gram panchayat of Erakana village.
Here you can discover what makes Erakana unique in its vibrant Mahanga-Cuttack region. You’ll see Erakana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Erakana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Erakana is 399524. The village spans a total geographical area of 130 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754206. Cuttack is nearest town to Erakana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 61km away.
Google Map of Erakana
Population of Erakana
According to the 2011 Census, Erakana has a total population of about 818, with approximately 428 males and 390 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 77 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 141 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.97%, with male literacy at about 83.64% and female literacy near 73.85%. There are around 198 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Erakana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 818 | 428 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 46 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 68 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 646 | 358 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 70 | 102 |
Connectivity of Erakana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Erakana. As per the 2011 stats, Erakana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Erakana
Knowing the nearby villages of Erakana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Erakana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Erakana
- Where is Erakana located?
- Erakana village is situated in Mahanga Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Erakana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Erakana is Podmarai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Erakana?
- The pincode of Erakana is 754206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Erakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Erakana is 818, with 428 males and 390 females.
- How many households are there in Erakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Erakana village has a total of 198 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Erakana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Erakana is 78.97%. The male literacy rate is 83.64%, while the female literacy rate is 73.85%.