Chhota Ektal
Chhota Ektal is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Chhota Ektal village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Aguiboni is the gram panchayat of Chhota Ektal village.
Here you can discover what makes Chhota Ektal unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Chhota Ektal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chhota Ektal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhota Ektal is 339945. The village spans a total geographical area of 47.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Chhota Ektal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chhota Ektal 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 Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chhota Ektal
Population of Chhota Ektal
According to the 2011 Census, Chhota Ektal has a total population of about 287, with approximately 130 males and 157 females. The sex ratio is around 1207 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 24 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 77. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.26%, with male literacy at about 86.92% and female literacy near 65.61%. There are around 67 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhota Ektal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 287 | 130 | 157 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 35 | 42 |
Literate Population | 216 | 113 | 103 |
Illiterate Population | 71 | 17 | 54 |
Connectivity of Chhota Ektal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhota Ektal. As per the 2011 stats, Chhota Ektal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Ektal
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhota Ektal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhota Ektal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhota Ektal
- Where is Chhota Ektal located?
- Chhota Ektal village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Ektal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Ektal is Aguiboni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chhota Ektal?
- The pincode of Chhota Ektal is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhota Ektal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhota Ektal is 287, with 130 males and 157 females.
- How many households are there in Chhota Ektal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhota Ektal village has a total of 67 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhota Ektal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhota Ektal is 75.26%. The male literacy rate is 86.92%, while the female literacy rate is 65.61%.