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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Bakan village has a total population of 256 people, consisting of 129 males and 127 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 88 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 256 | 129 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| 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 has a total population of 256, including 129 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Bakan?
There are 49 households in Bakan.
What is the literacy rate in Bakan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakan is 65.63%. Male literacy is 71.32% and female literacy is 59.84%.