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.

Erakana has its own place in the vibrant Cuttack region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Erakana

Below is a concise population overview of Erakana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Erakana village:

  • The total population of Erakana village is around 818, including approximately 428 males and 390 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Erakana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Erakana village has 141 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Erakana village is about 78.97%, with male literacy at 83.64% and female literacy at 73.85%.
  • There are around 198 households in Erakana village.

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.

Sindhupur Haladia Itamundali Jhadeswarpur Goratanga Sukuapada Debario Manijori Gokan Osanga Barahipur

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%.