Etwa - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Etwa is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. Etwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Etwa is 206906. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.34 hectares and falls under the 232109 pincode.
Etwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakaldiha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Etwa
As per Census 2011, Etwa village has a total population of 1,216 people, consisting of 660 males and 556 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 767 literate and 449 illiterate residents. Additionally, 357 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Etwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,216 | 660 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 108 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 357 | 206 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 767 | 463 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 197 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Etwa
Etwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shiv Chak | South-West | 0.74 km |
| Benipur | North | 0.79 km |
| Siwan Arazi | North-West | 0.86 km |
| Khonpur | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Siwane | East | 1.40 km |
| Amilai | South | 1.59 km |
| Belwani | West | 1.63 km |
| Hirdaypur | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Prabhupur | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Jangal Krouda | North | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Etwa
Public transport in the Etwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakaldiha, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Etwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Etwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Etwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Etwa 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 Etwa
Where is Etwa located?
Etwa village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Etwa?
Etwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Etwa?
The pincode of Etwa is 232109.
What is the population of Etwa?
Etwa has a total population of 1,216, including 660 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Etwa?
There are 187 households in Etwa.
What is the literacy rate in Etwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Etwa is 63.08%. Male literacy is 70.15% and female literacy is 54.68%.