Village code 331633

Ekra Village, Bagmundi Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Ekra is a village in Bagmundi Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Puruliya district, West Bengal. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Ekra village map in West Bengal
Ekra village map image for Bagmundi Block, West Bengal.

Village Overview

Ekra is a village in Bagmundi Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Puruliya district, West Bengal. For Ekra, the population is 1,575, PIN code is 723143 and Census village code is 331633. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Ekra village
Village code331633
PIN code723143
Population1,575
Households274
Area547.95 ha / 5.48 sq. km / 1,354 acres
Population density287 people per sq. km
Sex ratio884 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townBalarampur (24 km)
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPuruliya
Census 2011 districtPuruliya

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 723143. This helps users verify the postal area for Ekra, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Ekra village
PIN code723143
Post offices linked with this PINEkra BO, Nekra BO, Rangadih SO, Berada BO, Bhabanipur BO, and Bhikari Chelyama BO
Best matching post officeEkra BO (Branch office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtPurulia
Postal stateWest Bengal
Postal divisionPurulia Division
Postal circleWest Bengal Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Ekra comes under Ekra gram panchayat and Bagmundi C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Bagmundi Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Pathardihi at 5.50 km. The Census district headquarters, Purulia, is 71.90 km away.

Administrative details for Ekra
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPuruliya
Census 2011 districtPuruliya
State code19
District code340
Block / Census sub-district code2392
C.D. Block code239
Block panchayat code239

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Ekra village and its household count.

Total population

1,575 residents in 274 households

Male population

836

Female population

739

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 157; Scheduled Tribes: 323

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Ekra
ASHA workerNot available in village

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Ekra
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyNot available in village
Sports fieldAvailable
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomAvailable

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Ekra
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageAvailable
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power14 hours per day
Winter domestic power15 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Ekra
Net area sown457.25 hectares
Irrigated area12.40 hectares
Unirrigated area444.85 hectares
Tanks / lakes irrigated area12.40 hectares
Forest area15.64 hectares
Non-agricultural area29.71 hectares
Main cropPaddy
Second cropTomato
Third cropVegetables

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Ekra
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Bagmundi, 5-10 km away.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Bagmundi, 5-10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Ekra

Balarampur (24 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Pathardihi is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Ekra
Nearest major townBalarampur (24 km)
Block headquartersPathardihi (5.50 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Ekra. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Ekra
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Private Engineering CollegeAvailable; 1
Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Practitioner with No Degree3
Uncovered WellAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
River CanalAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Is the Area Covered Under Total Sanitation Campaign TSCAvailable
Sub Post OfficeAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
TractorsAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Nutritional Centres ICDSAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
Sports FieldAvailable
Sports Club Recreation CentreAvailable
Public Reading RoomAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Ekra village located?

Ekra is located in Bagmundi Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Puruliya.

Which Block is Ekra in?

Ekra is in Bagmundi Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Ekra in?

District: Puruliya.

What is the village code of Ekra?

The Census village code of Ekra is 331633.

What is the PIN code of Ekra?

The PIN code reported for Ekra is 723143.

What is the population of Ekra?

Ekra has 1,575 residents in 274 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Ekra?

The nearest statutory town to Ekra is Balarampur (24 km).

Which crops are grown in Ekra?

The main crops reported for Ekra are Paddy, Tomato, and Vegetables.

What land-use details are available for Ekra?

Land-use details for Ekra include net area sown: 457.25 hectares, irrigated area: 12.40 hectares, and unirrigated area: 444.85 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Ekra?

Government primary school status for Ekra is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Ekra?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Ekra?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Ekra?

The total geographical area of Ekra is 547.95 hectares.

How many households are in Ekra?

Ekra has 274 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Ekra?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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