Ekala

Ekala is a village located in Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Pindra (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Varanasi. As per 2009 stats, Nakchhedpur is the gram panchayat of Ekala village.

Ekala has its own place in the vibrant Varanasi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ekala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ekala is 208862. The village spans a total geographical area of 44.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 221202. Varanasi is nearest town to Ekala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Ekala

Below is a concise population overview of Ekala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,191 614 577
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 141 76 65
Scheduled Castes (SC) 40 18 22
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 825 477 348
Illiterate Population 366 137 229

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ekala village:

  • The total population of Ekala village is around 1,191, including approximately 614 males and 577 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 141 children aged 0–6 years in Ekala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ekala village has 40 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ekala village is about 69.27%, with male literacy at 77.69% and female literacy at 60.31%.
  • There are around 174 households in Ekala village.

Connectivity of Ekala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ekala. As per the 2011 stats, Ekala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Ekala

Knowing the nearby villages of Ekala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ekala.

Ramchandarpur Chauka Kazichak Sonakdih Belwariya Nakchhdpur Dasnipur Baragaon Deorai Chak Ghurdaur Barzi

Frequently Asked Questions about Ekala

Where is Ekala located?
Ekala village is situated in Pindra Tehsil, within the Varanasi district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekala?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekala is Nakchhedpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ekala?
The pincode of Ekala is 221202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ekala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ekala is 1,191, with 614 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Ekala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ekala village has a total of 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ekala is 69.27%. The male literacy rate is 77.69%, while the female literacy rate is 60.31%.