Ekama - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Ekama is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Haranahee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekama is 186908. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.03 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode.
Ekama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ekama
As per Census 2011, Ekama village has a total population of 544 people, consisting of 273 males and 271 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 376 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 460 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ekama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 544 | 273 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 26 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 460 | 228 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 233 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 40 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Ekama
Ekama 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 Ekama
Ekama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Ekama is about 23 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 Ekama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ekama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekama 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Ekama
Where is Ekama located?
Ekama village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekama?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekama is Haranahee.
What is the pincode of Ekama?
The pincode of Ekama is 273212.
What is the population of Ekama?
Ekama has a total population of 544, including 273 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Ekama?
There are 76 households in Ekama.
What is the literacy rate in Ekama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekama is 69.12%. Male literacy is 85.35% and female literacy is 52.77%.