Erakana - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Erakana is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Ambasala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Erakana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Erakana is 398380. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 754119 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Erakana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Erakana
As per Census 2011, Erakana village has a total population of 256 people, consisting of 132 males and 124 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 57 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Erakana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 256 | 132 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 111 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 21 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Erakana
Erakana 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 Erakana
Erakana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jagatsinghapur to Erakana is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Erakana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Erakana 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Erakana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Erakana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Erakana
Where is Erakana located?
Erakana village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Erakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Erakana is Ambasala.
What is the pincode of Erakana?
The pincode of Erakana is 754119.
What is the population of Erakana?
Erakana has a total population of 256, including 132 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Erakana?
There are 69 households in Erakana.
What is the literacy rate in Erakana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Erakana is 77.73%. Male literacy is 84.09% and female literacy is 70.97%.