Ektara
Ektara is a village located in Magrahat I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.3km away from sub-district headquarter Usthi (tehsildar office) and 45.1km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Ektara village is also a gram panchayat.
Ektara has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Ektara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ektara is 334176. The village spans a total geographical area of 161.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743332. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Ektara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Ektara
Population of Ektara
Below is a concise population overview of Ektara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,604 | 1,314 | 1,290 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 187 | 199 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 423 | 217 | 206 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,434 | 800 | 634 |
Illiterate Population | 1,170 | 514 | 656 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ektara village:
- The total population of Ektara village is around 2,604, including approximately 1,314 males and 1,290 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 386 children aged 0–6 years in Ektara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ektara village has 423 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Ektara village is about 55.07%, with male literacy at 60.88% and female literacy at 49.15%.
- There are around 558 households in Ektara village.
Connectivity of Ektara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ektara. As per the 2011 stats, Ektara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ektara
Knowing the nearby villages of Ektara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ektara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ektara
- Where is Ektara located?
- Ektara village is situated in Magrahat I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ektara?
- Ektara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ektara?
- The pincode of Ektara is 743332, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ektara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ektara is 2,604, with 1,314 males and 1,290 females.
- How many households are there in Ektara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ektara village has a total of 558 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ektara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ektara is 55.07%. The male literacy rate is 60.88%, while the female literacy rate is 49.15%.