Ekanja
About Ekanja
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ekanja village is 330284. Ekanja village is located in Raghunathpur I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.4km away from sub-district headquarter Raghunathpur (tehsildar office) and 72.3km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Babugram is the gram panchayat of Ekanja village.
The total geographical area of village is 179.35 hectares. Ekanja has a total population of 1,379 peoples, out of which male population is 723 while female population is 656. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 907 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ekanja village is 59.68% out of which 73.03% males and 44.97% females are literate. There are about 251 houses in ekanja village. Pincode of ekanja village locality is 723133.
Raghunathpur is nearest town to ekanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Ekanja
The population details of Ekanja 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 | 1,379 | 723 | 656 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 177 | 91 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 649 | 328 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 173 | 91 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 823 | 528 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 195 | 361 |
Connectivity of Ekanja
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ekanja
Where is Ekanja located?
Ekanja village is situated in Raghunathpur I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekanja?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekanja is Babugram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ekanja?
The pincode of Ekanja is 723133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ekanja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ekanja is 1,379, with 723 males and 656 females.
How many households are there in Ekanja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ekanja village has a total of 251 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekanja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ekanja is 59.68%. The male literacy rate is 73.03%, while the female literacy rate is 44.97%.