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
According to the 2011 Census, Ekama village had a total population of 544 people, including 273 males and 271 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.66%, with male literacy at 94.33% and female literacy at 63.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 460.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 544 | 273 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 26 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 460 | 228 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 544, including 273 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Ekama?
Ekama had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekama was 79.66%. Male literacy was 94.33% and female literacy was 63.56%.