Erachya Village Overview
Erachya is a village in Bhatar tehsil of Barddhaman district, West Bengal. It lies about 7.4 km from Bhatar tehsil headquarters. Barddhaman is the district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Amarun Ii is the Gram Panchayat for Erachya village.
The sections below provide essential information about Erachya village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Erachya is 319860. The village covers a geographical area of 310.12 hectares and has a pincode of 713125. Bardhaman is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Location Map of Erachya
Population & Demographics of Erachya
This section provides population and demographic details of Erachya village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,716 | 1,377 | 1,339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 122 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 690 | 342 | 348 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,785 | 970 | 815 |
| Illiterate Population | 931 | 407 | 524 |
Key population details of Erachya village are given below:
- Erachya village is a well-populated village with a total population of around 2,716, including approximately 1,377 males and 1,339 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 690 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 86 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Erachya village is good, with a literacy rate of about 65.72%.
- There are around 609 households in Erachya village.
Transport & Connectivity of Erachya
Transport facilities help residents of Erachya village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Erachya
The following villages are located close to Erachya and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Erachya
- Where is Erachya located?
- Erachya village is located in Bhatar Subdivision, Barddhaman district, West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Erachya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Erachya is Amarun Ii (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Erachya?
- The pincode of Erachya is 713125.
- What is the population of Erachya?
- Erachya has a total population of 2,716, including 1,377 males and 1,339 females.
- How many households are there in Erachya?
- There are 609 households in Erachya.
- What is the literacy rate in Erachya?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Erachya is 65.72%. Male literacy is 70.44% and female literacy is 60.87%.