Ekalkhori - Osian, Jodhpur
Ekalkhori is a village situated in the Osian tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Osian and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Ekalkhori village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekalkhori is 084568. The village covers a total geographical area of 948.1 hectares and falls under the 342306 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Ekalkhori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Osian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ekalkhori
According to the 2011 Census, Ekalkhori village had a total population of 1,653 people, including 886 males and 767 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.73%, with male literacy at 70.01% and female literacy at 26.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 1,653 | 886 | 767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 189 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 488 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,006 | 398 | 608 |
Nearby Villages of Ekalkhori
Ekalkhori 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 Ekalkhori
Ekalkhori 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jodhpur to Ekalkhori is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekalkhori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekalkhori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ekalkhori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekalkhori 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ekalkhori
Where is Ekalkhori located?
Ekalkhori village is located in Osian Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekalkhori?
Ekalkhori is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ekalkhori?
The pincode of Ekalkhori is 342306.
What is the population of Ekalkhori?
Ekalkhori had a total population of 1,653, including 886 males and 767 females.
How many households are there in Ekalkhori?
Ekalkhori had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekalkhori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekalkhori was 49.73%. Male literacy was 70.01% and female literacy was 26.32%.