Bakarga - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Bakarga is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Nahalana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakarga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakarga is 011383. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.89 hectares and falls under the 176094 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Bakarga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakarga
According to the 2011 Census, Bakarga village had a total population of 118 people, including 58 males and 60 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.58%, with male literacy at 93.88% and female literacy at 78.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 12 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Bakarga
Bakarga 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 Bakarga
Bakarga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dharmsala to Bakarga is about 69 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 Bakarga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakarga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bakarga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakarga 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bakarga
Where is Bakarga located?
Bakarga village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakarga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakarga is Nahalana.
What is the pincode of Bakarga?
The pincode of Bakarga is 176094.
What is the population of Bakarga?
Bakarga had a total population of 118, including 58 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Bakarga?
Bakarga had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakarga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakarga was 85.58%. Male literacy was 93.88% and female literacy was 78.18%.