Ekma

Ekma is a village located in Baragaon tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 49km away from sub-district headquarter Baragaon (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Ekma village is also a gram panchayat.

Ekma has its own place in the vibrant Sundargarh 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 Ekma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ekma is 384071. The village spans a total geographical area of 836 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770016. Sundargarh is nearest town to Ekma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.

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Population of Ekma

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,534 1,228 1,306
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 298 154 144
Scheduled Castes (SC) 202 102 100
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,885 893 992
Literate Population 1,406 736 670
Illiterate Population 1,128 492 636

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

  • The total population of Ekma village is around 2,534, including approximately 1,228 males and 1,306 females, with a sex ratio of 1063 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 298 children aged 0–6 years in Ekma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ekma village has 202 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,885 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ekma village is about 55.49%, with male literacy at 59.93% and female literacy at 51.30%.
  • There are around 514 households in Ekma village.

Connectivity of Ekma

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

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

Nearby Villages of Ekma

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ekma

Where is Ekma located?
Ekma village is situated in Baragaon Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekma?
Ekma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ekma?
The pincode of Ekma is 770016, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ekma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ekma is 2,534, with 1,228 males and 1,306 females.
How many households are there in Ekma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ekma village has a total of 514 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ekma is 55.49%. The male literacy rate is 59.93%, while the female literacy rate is 51.30%.