Ektira

Ektira is a village located in Santuri subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.2km away from sub-district headquarter Santuri (tehsildar office) and 73.6km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Balitora is the gram panchayat of Ektira village.

Ektira 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 Ektira

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ektira is 330504. The village spans a total geographical area of 150.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723121. Burnpur is nearest town to Ektira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Ektira

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 375 187 188
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 49 22 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 153 76 77
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 231 132 99
Illiterate Population 144 55 89

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

  • The total population of Ektira village is around 375, including approximately 187 males and 188 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Ektira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ektira village has 153 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ektira village is about 61.60%, with male literacy at 70.59% and female literacy at 52.66%.
  • There are around 76 households in Ektira village.

Connectivity of Ektira

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ektira. As per the 2011 stats, Ektira 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Ektira

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

Kharbana Madhubanpur Gangpur Indkhuri Alias Dulurdi Damodarpur Chapabera Chak Kashtagora Kalaid Kalikapur Beliapur Pachandapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Ektira

Where is Ektira located?
Ektira village is situated in Santuri Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ektira?
The Gram Panchayat of Ektira is Balitora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ektira?
The pincode of Ektira is 723121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ektira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ektira is 375, with 187 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Ektira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ektira village has a total of 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ektira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ektira is 61.60%. The male literacy rate is 70.59%, while the female literacy rate is 52.66%.