Bakma
Bakma is a village located in Bagbahra tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Bagbahara (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Bakma village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bakma unique in its vibrant Bagbahra-Mahasamund region. You’ll see Bakma’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bakma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakma is 446607. The village spans a total geographical area of 756.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 492112. Bagbahara is nearest town to Bakma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
Google Map of Bakma
Population of Bakma
According to the 2011 Census, Bakma has a total population of about 2,059, with approximately 1,003 males and 1,056 females. The sex ratio is around 1052 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 312 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 112 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 106. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.17%, with male literacy at about 63.91% and female literacy near 46.88%. There are around 523 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bakma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,059 | 1,003 | 1,056 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 167 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 48 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 53 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,136 | 641 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 923 | 362 | 561 |
Connectivity of Bakma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakma. As per the 2011 stats, Bakma 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bakma
Knowing the nearby villages of Bakma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bakma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bakma
- Where is Bakma located?
- Bakma village is situated in Bagbahra Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bakma?
- Bakma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bakma?
- The pincode of Bakma is 492112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bakma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakma is 2,059, with 1,003 males and 1,056 females.
- How many households are there in Bakma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bakma village has a total of 523 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bakma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakma is 55.17%. The male literacy rate is 63.91%, while the female literacy rate is 46.88%.