Erka
About Erka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Erka village is 331703. Erka village is located in Balarampur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.4km away from sub-district headquarter Balarampur (tehsildar office) and 41.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Bela is the gram panchayat of Erka village.
The total geographical area of village is 363.51 hectares. Erka has a total population of 38 peoples, out of which male population is 23 while female population is 15. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 652 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of erka village is 52.63% out of which 60.87% males and 40.00% females are literate. There are about 9 houses in erka village. Pincode of erka village locality is 723143.
Balarampur is nearest town to erka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Erka
The population details of Erka cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 9 | 9 |
Connectivity of Erka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Erka
Where is Erka located?
Erka village is situated in Balarampur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Erka?
The Gram Panchayat of Erka is Bela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Erka?
The pincode of Erka is 723143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Erka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Erka is 38, with 23 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Erka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Erka village has a total of 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Erka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Erka is 52.63%. The male literacy rate is 60.87%, while the female literacy rate is 40.00%.