Erekhali
Erekhali is a village located in Sutahata subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Sutahata are the district & sub-district headquarters of Erekhali village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kukrahati is the gram panchayat of Erekhali village.
Here you can discover what makes Erekhali unique in its vibrant Sutahata-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Erekhali’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 Erekhali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Erekhali is 345658. The village spans a total geographical area of 410.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721658. Durgachak is nearest town to Erekhali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Erekhali
Population of Erekhali
According to the 2011 Census, Erekhali has a total population of about 3,074, with approximately 1,580 males and 1,494 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 357 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,314 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.34%, with male literacy at about 72.15% and female literacy near 62.25%. There are around 702 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Erekhali's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,074 | 1,580 | 1,494 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 176 | 181 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,314 | 1,191 | 1,123 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
Literate Population | 2,070 | 1,140 | 930 |
Illiterate Population | 1,004 | 440 | 564 |
Connectivity of Erekhali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Erekhali. As per the 2011 stats, Erekhali 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Erekhali
Knowing the nearby villages of Erekhali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Erekhali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Erekhali
- Where is Erekhali located?
- Erekhali village is situated in Sutahata Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Erekhali?
- The Gram Panchayat of Erekhali is Kukrahati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Erekhali?
- The pincode of Erekhali is 721658, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Erekhali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Erekhali is 3,074, with 1,580 males and 1,494 females.
- How many households are there in Erekhali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Erekhali village has a total of 702 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Erekhali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Erekhali is 67.34%. The male literacy rate is 72.15%, while the female literacy rate is 62.25%.