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.
Ekanja 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 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.
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Population of Ekanja
Below is a concise population overview of Ekanja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ekanja village:
- The total population of Ekanja village is around 1,379, including approximately 723 males and 656 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 177 children aged 0–6 years in Ekanja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ekanja village has 649 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 173 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ekanja village is about 59.68%, with male literacy at 73.03% and female literacy at 44.97%.
- There are around 251 households in Ekanja village.
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%.