Ela - Sarenga, Bankura
Ela is a village situated in the Sarenga subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Neturpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ela is 329640. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.59 hectares and falls under the 722160 pincode. Khatra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ela
According to the 2011 Census, Ela village had a total population of 401 people, including 200 males and 201 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.55%, with male literacy at 86.83% and female literacy at 55.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 253.
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 | 401 | 200 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 125 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 145 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 55 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Ela
Ela 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 Ela
Ela 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatra to Ela is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ela 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 Ela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ela
Where is Ela located?
Ela village is located in Sarenga Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ela?
The Gram Panchayat of Ela is Neturpur.
What is the pincode of Ela?
The pincode of Ela is 722160.
What is the population of Ela?
Ela had a total population of 401, including 200 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Ela?
Ela had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ela was 70.55%. Male literacy was 86.83% and female literacy was 55.11%.