Ezra - Barakot, Champawat
Ezra is a village situated in the Barakot tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from Lohaghat and around 28 km from Champawat. Ezara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ezra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ezra is 054146. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.8 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ezra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ezra
According to the 2011 Census, Ezra village had a total population of 188 people, including 90 males and 98 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.27%, with male literacy at 97.56% and female literacy at 60.98%.
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 | 188 | 90 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 8 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 80 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 10 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Ezra
Ezra 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 Ezra
Ezra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Lohaghat to Ezra is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Ezra is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ezra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ezra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ezra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ezra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ezra
Where is Ezra located?
Ezra village is located in Barakot Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ezra?
The Gram Panchayat of Ezra is Ezara.
What is the pincode of Ezra?
The pincode of Ezra is 262524.
What is the population of Ezra?
Ezra had a total population of 188, including 90 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Ezra?
Ezra had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ezra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ezra was 79.27%. Male literacy was 97.56% and female literacy was 60.98%.