Bakaunia - Amour, Purnia
Bakaunia is a village situated in the Amour subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amour and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Bakania Baraili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakaunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakaunia is 223828. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 854330 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Bakaunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bakaunia
As per Census 2011, Bakaunia village has a total population of 3,168 people, consisting of 1,621 males and 1,547 females. The village has 640 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 681 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,240 literate and 1,928 illiterate residents. Additionally, 182 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakaunia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,168 | 1,621 | 1,547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 681 | 352 | 329 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 86 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 1,240 | 739 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,928 | 882 | 1,046 |
Nearby Villages of Bakaunia
Bakaunia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bakaunia
Bakaunia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Bakaunia is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakaunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakaunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bakaunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakaunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bakaunia
Where is Bakaunia located?
Bakaunia village is located in Amour Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakaunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakaunia is Bakania Baraili.
What is the pincode of Bakaunia?
The pincode of Bakaunia is 854330.
What is the population of Bakaunia?
Bakaunia has a total population of 3,168, including 1,621 males and 1,547 females.
How many households are there in Bakaunia?
There are 640 households in Bakaunia.
What is the literacy rate in Bakaunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakaunia is 39.14%. Male literacy is 45.59% and female literacy is 32.39%.