Baknawal
About Baknawal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Baknawal village is 026228. Baknawal village is located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 72km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Baknawal village. As per 2009 stats, Purag is the gram panchayat of Baknawal village.
The total geographical area of village is 40.98 hectares. Baknawal has a total population of 66 peoples, out of which male population is 33 while female population is 33. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of baknawal village is 65.15% out of which 66.67% males and 63.64% females are literate. There are about 17 houses in baknawal village. Pincode of baknawal village locality is 171202.
When it comes to administration, Baknawal 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, Baknawal village comes under Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Kotkhai is nearest town to baknawal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Baknawal
The population details of Baknawal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 11 | 12 |
Connectivity of Baknawal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Baknawal
Where is Baknawal located?
Baknawal village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baknawal?
The Gram Panchayat of Baknawal is Purag (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Baknawal?
The pincode of Baknawal is 171202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Baknawal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baknawal is 66, with 33 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Baknawal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baknawal village has a total of 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baknawal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baknawal is 65.15%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 63.64%.