Ekdanga - Sahjanwa, Gorakhpur
Ekdanga is a village situated in the Sahjanwa tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahjanwa and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Kolia Mafi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekdanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekdanga is 185360. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.16 hectares and falls under the 273209 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ekdanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ekdanga
According to the 2011 Census, Ekdanga village had a total population of 644 people, including 357 males and 287 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 804 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.38%, with male literacy at 79.34% and female literacy at 53.13%.
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 | 644 | 357 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 52 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 242 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 115 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Ekdanga
Ekdanga 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 Ekdanga
Ekdanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ekdanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gorakhpur to Ekdanga is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ekdanga
Where is Ekdanga located?
Ekdanga village is located in Sahjanwa Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekdanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekdanga is Kolia Mafi.
What is the pincode of Ekdanga?
The pincode of Ekdanga is 273209.
What is the population of Ekdanga?
Ekdanga had a total population of 644, including 357 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Ekdanga?
Ekdanga had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekdanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekdanga was 67.38%. Male literacy was 79.34% and female literacy was 53.13%.