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.

Here you can discover what makes Ektara unique in its vibrant Magrahat I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Ektara’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 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.

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Population of Ektara

According to the 2011 Census, Ektara has a total population of about 2,604, with approximately 1,314 males and 1,290 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 386 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 423 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.07%, with male literacy at about 60.88% and female literacy near 49.15%. There are around 558 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ektara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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)
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%.