Bakan
About Bakan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bakan village is 009211. Bakan village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 201.56 hectares. Bakan has a total population of 333 peoples, out of which male population is 149 while female population is 184. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1234 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bakan village is 73.27% out of which 75.84% males and 71.20% females are literate. There are about 77 houses in bakan village. Pincode of bakan village locality is 176225.
When it comes to administration, Bakan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Bakan village comes under Jawali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to bakan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Bakan
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 333 | 149 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 113 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 36 | 53 |
Connectivity of Bakan
| 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 |
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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%.