Erekusum

Erekusum is a village located in Neturia subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.1km away from sub-district headquarter Neturia (tehsildar office) and 57.4km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Janardandih is the gram panchayat of Erekusum village.

Erekusum has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Erekusum

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Erekusum is 330477. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723121. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Erekusum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Erekusum

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 262 132 130
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 51 28 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 262 132 130
Literate Population 111 68 43
Illiterate Population 151 64 87

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

  • The total population of Erekusum village is around 262, including approximately 132 males and 130 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Erekusum village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Erekusum village has 262 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Erekusum village is about 42.37%, with male literacy at 51.52% and female literacy at 33.08%.
  • There are around 49 households in Erekusum village.

Connectivity of Erekusum

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Erekusum. As per the 2011 stats, Erekusum had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Erekusum

Knowing the nearby villages of Erekusum helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Erekusum.

Inganpur Radha Madhabpur Gopalganj Harmadi Madandi Khoar Jhagradi Bansbani Purna Panchakot Intapara Saltor

Frequently Asked Questions about Erekusum

Where is Erekusum located?
Erekusum village is situated in Neturia Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Erekusum?
The Gram Panchayat of Erekusum is Janardandih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Erekusum?
The pincode of Erekusum is 723121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Erekusum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Erekusum is 262, with 132 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Erekusum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Erekusum village has a total of 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Erekusum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Erekusum is 42.37%. The male literacy rate is 51.52%, while the female literacy rate is 33.08%.