Bakan

Bakan is a village located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Bakan village. As per 2009 stats, Behi Pathiar is the gram panchayat of Bakan village.

Here you can discover what makes Bakan unique in its vibrant Jawali-Kangra region. You’ll see Bakan’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 Bakan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakan is 009211. The village spans a total geographical area of 201.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176225. Nurpur is nearest town to Bakan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bakan 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 Jawali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bakan

According to the 2011 Census, Bakan has a total population of about 333, with approximately 149 males and 184 females. The sex ratio is around 1234 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 37 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 24 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 23. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.27%, with male literacy at about 75.84% and female literacy near 71.20%. There are around 77 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bakan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 333 149 184
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 37 20 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 24 14 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 23 10 13
Literate Population 244 113 131
Illiterate Population 89 36 53

Connectivity of Bakan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakan. As per the 2011 stats, Bakan 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 Bakan

Knowing the nearby villages of Bakan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bakan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bakan

Where is Bakan located?
Bakan village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakan is Behi Pathiar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bakan?
The pincode of Bakan is 176225, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bakan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakan is 333, with 149 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Bakan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bakan village has a total of 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakan is 73.27%. The male literacy rate is 75.84%, while the female literacy rate is 71.20%.