Ekat - Sapotra, Karauli
Ekat is a village situated in the Sapotra tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sapotra and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Ekat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekat is 076958. The village covers a total geographical area of 921.24 hectares and falls under the 322203 pincode. Karauli is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Ekat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sapotra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ekat
As per Census 2011, Ekat village has a total population of 2,442 people, consisting of 1,294 males and 1,148 females. The village has 454 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 458 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,199 literate and 1,243 illiterate residents. Additionally, 816 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ekat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,442 | 1,294 | 1,148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 247 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 816 | 444 | 372 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,140 | 606 | 534 |
| Literate Population | 1,199 | 813 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,243 | 481 | 762 |
Nearby Villages of Ekat
Ekat is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rooppura | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Madhorajpura | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Pardampura | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Ganwda | East | 2.29 km |
| Baroda | North | 2.30 km |
| Gordhanpura | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Adooda | East | 3.23 km |
| Kiradi | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Dhokalpur | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Neemoda | North-West | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ekat
Ekat is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nomoda, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karauli to Ekat is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ekat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ekat
Where is Ekat located?
Ekat village is located in Sapotra Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekat?
Ekat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ekat?
The pincode of Ekat is 322203.
What is the population of Ekat?
Ekat has a total population of 2,442, including 1,294 males and 1,148 females.
How many households are there in Ekat?
There are 454 households in Ekat.
What is the literacy rate in Ekat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekat is 49.10%. Male literacy is 62.83% and female literacy is 33.62%.