Bakuna - Duldula, Jashpur
Bakuna is a village situated in the Duldula tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Duldula and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Mayourchundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakuna is 434134. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.2 hectares and falls under the 496225 pincode. Kunkuri is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Bakuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakuna
As per Census 2011, Bakuna village has a total population of 446 people, consisting of 227 males and 219 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 446 | 227 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 115 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 127 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 100 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Bakuna
Bakuna 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 Bakuna
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bakuna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kunkuri to Bakuna is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Bakuna is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bakuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakuna 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 Bakuna
Where is Bakuna located?
Bakuna village is located in Duldula Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakuna is Mayourchundi.
What is the pincode of Bakuna?
The pincode of Bakuna is 496225.
What is the population of Bakuna?
Bakuna has a total population of 446, including 227 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Bakuna?
There are 109 households in Bakuna.
What is the literacy rate in Bakuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakuna is 46.64%. Male literacy is 55.95% and female literacy is 36.99%.