Bakkal
Bakkal is a village located in Sirsi taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sirsi (tehsildar office) and 137km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Hulekal is the gram panchayat of Bakkal village.
Here you can discover what makes Bakkal unique in its vibrant Sirsi-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Bakkal’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 Bakkal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakkal is 603113. The village spans a total geographical area of 1124.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581336. Sirsi is nearest town to Bakkal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Bakkal
Population of Bakkal
According to the 2011 Census, Bakkal has a total population of about 555, with approximately 278 males and 277 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 11 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.34%, with male literacy at about 84.53% and female literacy near 80.14%. There are around 124 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bakkal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 555 | 278 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 457 | 235 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 43 | 55 |
Connectivity of Bakkal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakkal. As per the 2011 stats, Bakkal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bakkal
Knowing the nearby villages of Bakkal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bakkal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bakkal
- Where is Bakkal located?
- Bakkal village is situated in Sirsi Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bakkal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bakkal is Hulekal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bakkal?
- The pincode of Bakkal is 581336, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bakkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakkal is 555, with 278 males and 277 females.
- How many households are there in Bakkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bakkal village has a total of 124 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bakkal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakkal is 82.34%. The male literacy rate is 84.53%, while the female literacy rate is 80.14%.