Ekma - Nautanwa, Mahrajganj
Ekma is a village situated in the Nautanwa tehsil of Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nautanwa and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mahrajganj. Ekma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekma is 183762. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.9 hectares and falls under the 273162 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town.
Ekma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ekma
As per Census 2011, Ekma village has a total population of 5,470 people, consisting of 2,895 males and 2,575 females. The village has 894 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 797 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,625 literate and 1,845 illiterate residents. Additionally, 538 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ekma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,470 | 2,895 | 2,575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 797 | 441 | 356 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 538 | 270 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 3,625 | 2,140 | 1,485 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,845 | 755 | 1,090 |
Nearby Villages of Ekma
Ekma 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bargadva Madhubani | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Hathiya Garh | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Laxhmipur Kaithvaliya | East | 1.59 km |
| Bishunpur Kurthiya | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Sondhi | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Paisiya Lalaien | West | 1.82 km |
| Kot Kamhariya | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Jungle Hathiyagarh | South | 2.30 km |
| Lalpur Kalyanpur | East | 2.31 km |
| Koluha Urf Sihorva | East | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ekma
Ekma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lachmipur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mahrajganj to Ekma is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ekma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ekma
Where is Ekma located?
Ekma village is located in Nautanwa Tehsil, Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekma?
Ekma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ekma?
The pincode of Ekma is 273162.
What is the population of Ekma?
Ekma has a total population of 5,470, including 2,895 males and 2,575 females.
How many households are there in Ekma?
There are 894 households in Ekma.
What is the literacy rate in Ekma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekma is 66.27%. Male literacy is 73.92% and female literacy is 57.67%.