Ekanja
Ekanja is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Ekanja unique in its vibrant Raghunathpur I-Puruliya region. You’ll see Ekanja’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 Ekanja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ekanja is 330284. The village spans a total geographical area of 179.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723133. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Ekanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Ekanja
Population of Ekanja
According to the 2011 Census, Ekanja has a total population of about 1,379, with approximately 723 males and 656 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 177 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 649 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 173. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.68%, with male literacy at about 73.03% and female literacy near 44.97%. There are around 251 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ekanja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,379 | 723 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 91 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 649 | 328 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 91 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 823 | 528 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 195 | 361 |
Connectivity of Ekanja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ekanja. As per the 2011 stats, Ekanja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Ekanja
Knowing the nearby villages of Ekanja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ekanja.
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%.