Ekomba - Jeypore, Koraput
Ekomba is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Ekamba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekomba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekomba is 429048. The village covers a total geographical area of 454 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ekomba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ekomba
As per Census 2011, Ekomba village has a total population of 1,950 people, consisting of 994 males and 956 females. The village has 438 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 997 literate and 953 illiterate residents. Additionally, 429 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 609 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ekomba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,950 | 994 | 956 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 181 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 429 | 202 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 609 | 304 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 997 | 595 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 953 | 399 | 554 |
Nearby Villages of Ekomba
Ekomba 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 Ekomba
Public transport in the Ekomba is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Ekomba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Ekomba is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Ekomba is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekomba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekomba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ekomba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekomba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ekomba
Where is Ekomba located?
Ekomba village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekomba?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekomba is Ekamba.
What is the pincode of Ekomba?
The pincode of Ekomba is 764002.
What is the population of Ekomba?
Ekomba has a total population of 1,950, including 994 males and 956 females.
How many households are there in Ekomba?
There are 438 households in Ekomba.
What is the literacy rate in Ekomba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekomba is 51.13%. Male literacy is 59.86% and female literacy is 42.05%.