Bakan - Dalhousie, Chamba
Bakan is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Mornu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakan is 007386. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.28 hectares and falls under the 176304 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bakan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakan
According to the 2011 Census, Bakan village had a total population of 256 people, including 129 males and 127 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.68%, with male literacy at 85.19% and female literacy at 66.67%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 256 | 129 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 92 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 37 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Bakan
Bakan 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 Bakan
Bakan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Bakan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Bakan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bakan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bakan
Where is Bakan located?
Bakan village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bakan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakan is Mornu.
What is the pincode of Bakan?
The pincode of Bakan is 176304.
What is the population of Bakan?
Bakan had a total population of 256, including 129 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Bakan?
Bakan had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakan was 75.68%. Male literacy was 85.19% and female literacy was 66.67%.