Bakonta - Ramshahr, Solan
Bakonta is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Baheri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakonta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakonta is 020627. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.15 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Bakonta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakonta
As per Census 2011, Bakonta village has a total population of 154 people, consisting of 79 males and 75 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 118 literate and 36 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakonta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 154 | 79 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 66 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 13 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Bakonta
Bakonta 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 Bakonta
Bakonta 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 Solan to Bakonta is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakonta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakonta 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bakonta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakonta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bakonta
Where is Bakonta located?
Bakonta village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakonta?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakonta is Baheri.
What is the pincode of Bakonta?
The pincode of Bakonta is 174102.
What is the population of Bakonta?
Bakonta has a total population of 154, including 79 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Bakonta?
There are 23 households in Bakonta.
What is the literacy rate in Bakonta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakonta is 76.62%. Male literacy is 83.54% and female literacy is 69.33%.