Bakan
About Bakan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bakan village is 502117. Bakan village is located in Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Pushparajgarh (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Anuppur. As per 2009 stats, Padri is the gram panchayat of Bakan village.
The total geographical area of village is 499.2 hectares. Bakan has a total population of 658 peoples, out of which male population is 341 while female population is 317. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 929 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bakan village is 28.12% out of which 38.12% males and 17.35% females are literate. There are about 175 houses in bakan village.
When it comes to administration, Bakan 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, Bakan village comes under Anuppur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency. Anuppur is nearest town to bakan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
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Population of Bakan
The population details of Bakan 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 | 658 | 341 | 317 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 131 | 74 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 553 | 289 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 130 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 211 | 262 |
Connectivity of Bakan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ 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 Bakan
Where is Bakan located?
Bakan village is situated in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, within the Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakan is Padri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Bakan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakan is 658, with 341 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Bakan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bakan village has a total of 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakan is 28.12%. The male literacy rate is 38.12%, while the female literacy rate is 17.35%.