Bakaran - Pangna, Mandi
Bakaran is a village situated in the Pangna tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 107 km from Mandi. Sorta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakaran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakaran is 015849. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 175046 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Bakaran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakaran
According to the 2011 Census, Bakaran village had a total population of 89 people, including 47 males and 42 females. The village had 22 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. The village had 14 children in the 0–6 age group. The village had 54 literate and 35 illiterate residents.
The table below presents population figures by category, with separate male and female counts.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 89 | 47 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 17 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Bakaran
Bakaran 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 Bakaran
Bakaran 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 Mandi to Bakaran is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakaran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakaran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bakaran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakaran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bakaran
Where is Bakaran located?
Bakaran village is located in Pangna Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakaran?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakaran is Sorta.
What is the pincode of Bakaran?
The pincode of Bakaran is 175046.
What is the population of Bakaran?
Bakaran had a total population of 89, including 47 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Bakaran?
Bakaran had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakaran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakaran was 72.00%. Male literacy was 76.92% and female literacy was 66.67%.