Erabar - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Erabar is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Argoal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Erabar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Erabar is 345142. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.45 hectares and falls under the 721456 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Erabar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhagabanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Erabar
According to the 2011 Census, Erabar village had a total population of 704 people, including 351 males and 353 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.16%, with male literacy at 97.05% and female literacy at 87.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 104.
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 | 704 | 351 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 46 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 59 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 576 | 296 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 55 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Erabar
Erabar 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 Erabar
Public transport in the Erabar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Egra to Erabar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Erabar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Erabar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Erabar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Erabar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Erabar
Where is Erabar located?
Erabar village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Erabar?
The Gram Panchayat of Erabar is Argoal.
What is the pincode of Erabar?
The pincode of Erabar is 721456.
What is the population of Erabar?
Erabar had a total population of 704, including 351 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Erabar?
Erabar had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Erabar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Erabar was 92.16%. Male literacy was 97.05% and female literacy was 87.50%.