Ekauna - Ballia
Ekauna is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Ekauna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekauna is 199373. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.72 hectares and falls under the 277503 pincode.
Ekauna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ballia Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ekauna
As per Census 2011, Ekauna village has a total population of 1,778 people, consisting of 936 males and 842 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,263 literate and 515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ekauna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,778 | 936 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 123 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 125 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 1,263 | 750 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 186 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Ekauna
Ekauna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajpur | South-West | 0.54 km |
| B.choubey Bel | North | 0.72 km |
| A.choubey Bel Gangbarar | North | 0.88 km |
| Prem Chhapra | East | 0.90 km |
| Chain Chhapra | North-West | 0.92 km |
| Ram Nagar | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Untima Chhapra Urf Uttimpur | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Sujanipur | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Jeemakhap | South | 1.59 km |
| Kapoorpah | North | 1.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ekauna
Ekauna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chhata Aschaura, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ballia to Ekauna is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekauna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ekauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekauna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ekauna
Where is Ekauna located?
Ekauna village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekauna?
Ekauna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ekauna?
The pincode of Ekauna is 277503.
What is the population of Ekauna?
Ekauna has a total population of 1,778, including 936 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Ekauna?
There are 223 households in Ekauna.
What is the literacy rate in Ekauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekauna is 71.03%. Male literacy is 80.13% and female literacy is 60.93%.