Bakana
Bakana is a village located in Thanesar tehsil of Kurukshetra district in Haryana, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Thanesar (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Kurukshetra. As per 2009 stats, Bakana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bakana unique in its vibrant Thanesar-Kurukshetra region. You’ll see Bakana’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 Bakana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakana is 058596. The village spans a total geographical area of 791 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 136135. Thanesar is nearest town to Bakana village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bakana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahbad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bakana
Population of Bakana
According to the 2011 Census, Bakana has a total population of about 2,169, with approximately 1,111 males and 1,058 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 289 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,344 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.24%, with male literacy at about 68.95% and female literacy near 61.34%. There are around 424 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bakana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,169 | 1,111 | 1,058 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 142 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,344 | 692 | 652 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,415 | 766 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 754 | 345 | 409 |
Connectivity of Bakana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakana. As per the 2011 stats, Bakana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bakana
Knowing the nearby villages of Bakana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bakana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bakana
- Where is Bakana located?
- Bakana village is situated in Thanesar Tehsil, within the Kurukshetra district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bakana?
- Bakana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bakana?
- The pincode of Bakana is 136135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakana is 2,169, with 1,111 males and 1,058 females.
- How many households are there in Bakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bakana village has a total of 424 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bakana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakana is 65.24%. The male literacy rate is 68.95%, while the female literacy rate is 61.34%.