Ekbalpur
Ekbalpur is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.7km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 18.6km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Akhna is the gram panchayat of Ekbalpur village.
Ekbalpur has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Ekbalpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ekbalpur is 325143. The village spans a total geographical area of 142.97 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Ekbalpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ekbalpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ekbalpur
Population of Ekbalpur
Below is a concise population overview of Ekbalpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,253 | 613 | 640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 56 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 960 | 471 | 489 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 792 | 430 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 183 | 278 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ekbalpur village:
- The total population of Ekbalpur village is around 1,253, including approximately 613 males and 640 females, with a sex ratio of 1044 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 121 children aged 0–6 years in Ekbalpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ekbalpur village has 960 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ekbalpur village is about 63.21%, with male literacy at 70.15% and female literacy at 56.56%.
- There are around 308 households in Ekbalpur village.
Connectivity of Ekbalpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ekbalpur. As per the 2011 stats, Ekbalpur 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ekbalpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Ekbalpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ekbalpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ekbalpur
- Where is Ekbalpur located?
- Ekbalpur village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ekbalpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ekbalpur is Akhna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Ekbalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ekbalpur is 1,253, with 613 males and 640 females.
- How many households are there in Ekbalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ekbalpur village has a total of 308 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ekbalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ekbalpur is 63.21%. The male literacy rate is 70.15%, while the female literacy rate is 56.56%.