Elakanur - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Elakanur is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 123 km from Kalimela and around 103 km from Malkangiri . Kurumanuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Elakanur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elakanur is 431051. The village falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Elakanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Elakanur
According to the 2011 Census, Elakanur village had a total population of 127 people, including 62 males and 65 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.73%, with male literacy at 29.17% and female literacy at 24.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 127.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 48 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Elakanur
Elakanur 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 Elakanur
Elakanur 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Elakanur is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Elakanur is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Elakanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elakanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Elakanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Elakanur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Elakanur
Where is Elakanur located?
Elakanur village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Elakanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Elakanur is Kurumanuru.
What is the pincode of Elakanur?
The pincode of Elakanur is 764086.
What is the population of Elakanur?
Elakanur had a total population of 127, including 62 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Elakanur?
Elakanur had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Elakanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elakanur was 26.73%. Male literacy was 29.17% and female literacy was 24.53%.