Bafna - Kondagaon
Bafna is a village situated in the Kondagaon tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from Kondagaon and around 86 km from Jagdalpur. Bafana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bafna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bafna is 448791. The village covers a total geographical area of 897.15 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bafna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kondagaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bafna
As per Census 2011, Bafna village has a total population of 2,250 people, consisting of 1,101 males and 1,149 females. The village has 453 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 415 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 843 literate and 1,407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,539 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bafna are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Bafna
Bafna 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 Bafna
Bafna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kondagaon to Bafna is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Bafna is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bafna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bafna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bafna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bafna 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 Bafna
Where is Bafna located?
Bafna village is located in Kondagaon Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bafna?
The Gram Panchayat of Bafna is Bafana.
What is the pincode of Bafna?
The pincode of Bafna is 494226.
What is the population of Bafna?
Bafna has a total population of 2,250, including 1,101 males and 1,149 females.
How many households are there in Bafna?
There are 453 households in Bafna.
What is the literacy rate in Bafna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bafna is 37.47%. Male literacy is 49.23% and female literacy is 26.20%.