Bakan

Bakan is a village located in Aurangabad subdivision of Aurangabad district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from Aurangabad, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bakan village. As per 2009 stats, Phesar is the gram panchayat of Bakan village.

Bakan has its own place in the vibrant Aurangabad 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 Bakan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakan is 253445. The village spans a total geographical area of 264 hectares. Aurangabad is nearest town to Bakan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Bakan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,964 1,002 962
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 343 177 166
Scheduled Castes (SC) 450 223 227
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,177 670 507
Illiterate Population 787 332 455

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

  • The total population of Bakan village is around 1,964, including approximately 1,002 males and 962 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 343 children aged 0–6 years in Bakan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bakan village has 450 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bakan village is about 59.93%, with male literacy at 66.87% and female literacy at 52.70%.
  • There are around 286 households in Bakan village.

Connectivity of Bakan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakan. As per the 2011 stats, Bakan 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 village
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Bakan

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bakan

Where is Bakan located?
Bakan village is situated in Aurangabad Subdivision, within the Aurangabad district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakan is Phesar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Bakan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakan is 1,964, with 1,002 males and 962 females.
How many households are there in Bakan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bakan village has a total of 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakan is 59.93%. The male literacy rate is 66.87%, while the female literacy rate is 52.70%.