Elakana

Elakana is a village located in Nandipada tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Nandipada (tehsildar office) and 96km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Mareigaon is the gram panchayat of Elakana village.

Elakana has its own place in the vibrant Kendujhar 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 Elakana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Elakana is 387193. The village spans a total geographical area of 88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758083. Bhadrak is nearest town to Elakana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.

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Population of Elakana

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 535 270 265
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 59 26 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) 273 132 141
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 448 240 208
Illiterate Population 87 30 57

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

  • The total population of Elakana village is around 535, including approximately 270 males and 265 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Elakana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Elakana village has 273 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Elakana village is about 83.74%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 78.49%.
  • There are around 123 households in Elakana village.

Connectivity of Elakana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Elakana. As per the 2011 stats, Elakana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Elakana

Knowing the nearby villages of Elakana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Elakana.

Badarampas Nisankapur Hatadihi Jalakalanga Bardhanpur Betira Mareigaon Jagannathpur Chandiabiranchipur Nandipada Nuarampas

Frequently Asked Questions about Elakana

Where is Elakana located?
Elakana village is situated in Nandipada Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Elakana is Mareigaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Elakana?
The pincode of Elakana is 758083, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Elakana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Elakana is 535, with 270 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Elakana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Elakana village has a total of 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Elakana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Elakana is 83.74%. The male literacy rate is 88.89%, while the female literacy rate is 78.49%.