Ekagharia - Jagannath Prasad, Ganjam
Ekagharia is a village situated in the Jagannath Prasad tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagannath Prasad and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Alasuguma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekagharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekagharia is 410461. The village covers a total geographical area of 496 hectares and falls under the 761121 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Ekagharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ekagharia
As per Census 2011, Ekagharia village has a total population of 131 people, consisting of 68 males and 63 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ekagharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 56 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 12 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Ekagharia
Ekagharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singipur | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Alasuguma | East | 2.14 km |
| Gundurisahi | South | 2.50 km |
| Ekaghariapalli | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Kirapalli | North | 2.73 km |
| Raipali | North | 3.05 km |
| Kamasaragada | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Pankalasahi | South | 4.15 km |
| Kaduamangarajpur | South | 4.17 km |
| Sidhapali | East | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ekagharia
Ekagharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Ekagharia is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ekagharia is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekagharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekagharia 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 Ekagharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekagharia 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 Ekagharia
Where is Ekagharia located?
Ekagharia village is located in Jagannath Prasad Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekagharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekagharia is Alasuguma.
What is the pincode of Ekagharia?
The pincode of Ekagharia is 761121.
What is the population of Ekagharia?
Ekagharia has a total population of 131, including 68 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Ekagharia?
There are 43 households in Ekagharia.
What is the literacy rate in Ekagharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekagharia is 73.28%. Male literacy is 82.35% and female literacy is 63.49%.