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.
Here you can discover what makes Elakana unique in its vibrant Nandipada-Kendujhar region. You’ll see Elakana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Elakana
Population of Elakana
According to the 2011 Census, Elakana has a total population of about 535, with approximately 270 males and 265 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 59 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 273 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.74%, with male literacy at about 88.89% and female literacy near 78.49%. There are around 123 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Elakana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.