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.
Bakkal has its own place in the vibrant Uttara Kannada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Bakkal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bakkal village:
- The total population of Bakkal village is around 555, including approximately 278 males and 277 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Bakkal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bakkal village has 11 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Bakkal village is about 82.34%, with male literacy at 84.53% and female literacy at 80.14%.
- There are around 124 households in Bakkal village.
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) |
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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%.