Bakrol - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Bakrol is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Bakrol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakrol is 518808. The village covers a total geographical area of 487.93 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bakrol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Halol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakrol
As per Census 2011, Bakrol village has a total population of 3,193 people, consisting of 1,624 males and 1,569 females. The village has 499 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 476 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,438 literate and 1,755 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,958 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakrol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,193 | 1,624 | 1,569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 476 | 243 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,958 | 1,000 | 958 |
| Literate Population | 1,438 | 889 | 549 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,755 | 735 | 1,020 |
Nearby Villages of Bakrol
Bakrol 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 Bakrol
Public transport in the Bakrol is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Halol to Bakrol is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Bakrol 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 Bakrol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakrol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bakrol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakrol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bakrol
Where is Bakrol located?
Bakrol village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakrol?
Bakrol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bakrol?
The pincode of Bakrol is 389380.
What is the population of Bakrol?
Bakrol has a total population of 3,193, including 1,624 males and 1,569 females.
How many households are there in Bakrol?
There are 499 households in Bakrol.
What is the literacy rate in Bakrol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakrol is 45.04%. Male literacy is 54.74% and female literacy is 34.99%.