Ekdanga - Chauri Chaura, Gorakhpur
Ekdanga is a village situated in the Chauri Chaura tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chauri Chaura and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Parsauni Of Brahmpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekdanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekdanga is 186101. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.58 hectares and falls under the 273413 pincode. Chauri Chaura is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Ekdanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Ekdanga
Ekdanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakia | North | 0.91 km |
| Karn Majha | West | 0.99 km |
| Tendua Khurd | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Parsauni | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Mathia | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Karmajit Pur | East | 1.83 km |
| Pipra Manni | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Baiju Diha | South | 1.96 km |
| Kolhua | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Benijot Khadahra | West | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ekdanga
Ekdanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gauri Bazar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Chauri Chaura to Ekdanga is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Ekdanga is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekdanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekdanga 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 Ekdanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekdanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ekdanga
Where is Ekdanga located?
Ekdanga village is located in Chauri Chaura Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekdanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekdanga is Parsauni Of Brahmpur.
What is the pincode of Ekdanga?
The pincode of Ekdanga is 273413.