Bakawand
Bakawand is a village located in Bakavand tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 26km away from district headquarter Bakawand. Bakawand is the sub-district headquarter of Bakawand village. As per 2009 stats, Bakawand village is also a gram panchayat.
Bakawand has its own place in the vibrant Bastar 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 Bakawand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakawand is 449474. The village spans a total geographical area of 574.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494222. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Bakawand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Bakawand
Population of Bakawand
Below is a concise population overview of Bakawand as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,048 | 1,403 | 1,645 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 198 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,045 | 915 | 1,130 |
| Literate Population | 1,567 | 823 | 744 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,481 | 580 | 901 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bakawand village:
- The total population of Bakawand village is around 3,048, including approximately 1,403 males and 1,645 females, with a sex ratio of 1172 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 396 children aged 0–6 years in Bakawand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bakawand village has 114 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,045 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bakawand village is about 51.41%, with male literacy at 58.66% and female literacy at 45.23%.
- There are around 731 households in Bakawand village.
Connectivity of Bakawand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakawand. As per the 2011 stats, Bakawand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bakawand
Knowing the nearby villages of Bakawand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bakawand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bakawand
- Where is Bakawand located?
- Bakawand village is situated in Bakavand Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bakawand?
- Bakawand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bakawand?
- The pincode of Bakawand is 494222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bakawand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakawand is 3,048, with 1,403 males and 1,645 females.
- How many households are there in Bakawand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bakawand village has a total of 731 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bakawand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakawand is 51.41%. The male literacy rate is 58.66%, while the female literacy rate is 45.23%.