Bafna
Bafna is a village located in Kondagaon tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Kondagaon (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Bafana is the gram panchayat of Bafna village.
Bafna 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 Bafna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bafna is 448791. The village spans a total geographical area of 897.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494226. Kondagaon is nearest town to Bafna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Bafna
Population of Bafna
Below is a concise population overview of Bafna 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 | 2,250 | 1,101 | 1,149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 415 | 207 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,539 | 755 | 784 |
| Literate Population | 843 | 542 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,407 | 559 | 848 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bafna village:
- The total population of Bafna village is around 2,250, including approximately 1,101 males and 1,149 females, with a sex ratio of 1043 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 415 children aged 0–6 years in Bafna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bafna village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,539 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bafna village is about 37.47%, with male literacy at 49.23% and female literacy at 26.20%.
- There are around 453 households in Bafna village.
Connectivity of Bafna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bafna. As per the 2011 stats, Bafna 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 Bafna
Knowing the nearby villages of Bafna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bafna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bafna
- Where is Bafna located?
- Bafna village is situated in Kondagaon Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bafna?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bafna is Bafana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bafna?
- The pincode of Bafna is 494226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bafna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bafna is 2,250, with 1,101 males and 1,149 females.
- How many households are there in Bafna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bafna village has a total of 453 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bafna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bafna is 37.47%. The male literacy rate is 49.23%, while the female literacy rate is 26.20%.