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.

Erekhali has its own place in the vibrant Purba Medinipur 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 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.

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Population of Erekhali

Below is a concise population overview of Erekhali as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Erekhali village:

  • The total population of Erekhali village is around 3,074, including approximately 1,580 males and 1,494 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 357 children aged 0–6 years in Erekhali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Erekhali village has 2,314 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Erekhali village is about 67.34%, with male literacy at 72.15% and female literacy at 62.25%.
  • There are around 702 households in Erekhali village.

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)
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.

Matirampur Matiramchak Gajipur Anar Nagar Sadaram Chak Raynagar Baishnab Chak Shridharpur Kalipur Bachalu Dhenkua

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%.