Bakna Kalan
Bakna Kalan is a village located in Lundra tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Lundra (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Banka Kala is the gram panchayat of Bakna Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Bakna Kalan unique in its vibrant Lundra-Surguja region. You’ll see Bakna Kalan’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 Bakna Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakna Kalan is 433372. The village spans a total geographical area of 738.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497001. Ambikapur is nearest town to Bakna Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.
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Population of Bakna Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Bakna Kalan has a total population of about 1,962, with approximately 994 males and 968 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 315 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 20 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,282. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.00%, with male literacy at about 51.51% and female literacy near 32.23%. There are around 424 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bakna Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,962 | 994 | 968 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 161 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,282 | 650 | 632 |
| Literate Population | 824 | 512 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,138 | 482 | 656 |
Connectivity of Bakna Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakna Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Bakna Kalan 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 Bakna Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Bakna Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bakna Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bakna Kalan
- Where is Bakna Kalan located?
- Bakna Kalan village is situated in Lundra Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bakna Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bakna Kalan is Banka Kala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bakna Kalan?
- The pincode of Bakna Kalan is 497001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bakna Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakna Kalan is 1,962, with 994 males and 968 females.
- How many households are there in Bakna Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bakna Kalan village has a total of 424 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bakna Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakna Kalan is 42.00%. The male literacy rate is 51.51%, while the female literacy rate is 32.23%.