Ekatali(Kha) - Bhuban, Dhenkanal
Ekatali(Kha) is a village situated in the Bhuban tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhuban and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Ektali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekatali(Kha) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekatali(Kha) is 402578. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 759017 pincode. Bhuban is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Ekatali(Kha) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ekatali(Kha)
As per Census 2011, Ekatali(Kha) village has a total population of 2,009 people, consisting of 995 males and 1,014 females. The village has 477 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,181 literate and 828 illiterate residents. Additionally, 432 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ekatali(Kha) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,009 | 995 | 1,014 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 121 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 432 | 212 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,181 | 652 | 529 |
| Illiterate Population | 828 | 343 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of Ekatali(Kha)
Ekatali(Kha) 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 Ekatali(Kha)
Public transport in the Ekatali(Kha) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhuban to Ekatali(Kha) is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Ekatali(Kha) is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekatali(Kha)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekatali(Kha) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ekatali(Kha)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekatali(Kha) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ekatali(Kha)
Where is Ekatali(Kha) located?
Ekatali(Kha) village is located in Bhuban Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekatali(Kha)?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekatali(Kha) is Ektali.
What is the pincode of Ekatali(Kha)?
The pincode of Ekatali(Kha) is 759017.
What is the population of Ekatali(Kha)?
Ekatali(Kha) has a total population of 2,009, including 995 males and 1,014 females.
How many households are there in Ekatali(Kha)?
There are 477 households in Ekatali(Kha).
What is the literacy rate in Ekatali(Kha)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekatali(Kha) is 58.79%. Male literacy is 65.53% and female literacy is 52.17%.