Ektala - Rajkanika, Kendrapara
Ektala is a village situated in the Rajkanika tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajkanika and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Jagulaipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ektala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ektala is 395612. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 754220 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ektala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ektala
As per Census 2011, Ektala village has a total population of 522 people, consisting of 230 males and 292 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 1,269 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 434 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ektala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 522 | 230 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 192 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 38 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Ektala
Ektala 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 Ektala
Ektala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Pattamundai to Ektala is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Ektala is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ektala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ektala 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ektala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ektala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ektala
Where is Ektala located?
Ektala village is located in Rajkanika Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ektala?
The Gram Panchayat of Ektala is Jagulaipada.
What is the pincode of Ektala?
The pincode of Ektala is 754220.
What is the population of Ektala?
Ektala has a total population of 522, including 230 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Ektala?
There are 116 households in Ektala.
What is the literacy rate in Ektala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ektala is 83.14%. Male literacy is 83.48% and female literacy is 82.88%.