Ekal

Ekal is a village located in Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 95km away from sub-district headquarter Chohtan (tehsildar office) and 145km away from district headquarter Barmer. As per 2009 stats, Ekal village is also a gram panchayat.

Ekal has its own place in the vibrant Barmer 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 Ekal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ekal is 089038. The village spans a total geographical area of 1937.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 344706. Barmer is nearest town to Ekal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 145km away.

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Population of Ekal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,690 863 827
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 309 143 166
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4 2 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 613 319 294
Literate Population 449 338 111
Illiterate Population 1,241 525 716

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

  • The total population of Ekal village is around 1,690, including approximately 863 males and 827 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 309 children aged 0–6 years in Ekal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ekal village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 613 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ekal village is about 26.57%, with male literacy at 39.17% and female literacy at 13.42%.
  • There are around 310 households in Ekal village.

Connectivity of Ekal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ekal. As per the 2011 stats, Ekal 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ekal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ekal

Where is Ekal located?
Ekal village is situated in Chohtan Tehsil, within the Barmer district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekal?
Ekal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ekal?
The pincode of Ekal is 344706, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ekal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ekal is 1,690, with 863 males and 827 females.
How many households are there in Ekal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ekal village has a total of 310 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ekal is 26.57%. The male literacy rate is 39.17%, while the female literacy rate is 13.42%.