Bakan - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Bakan is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Padri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakan is 502117. The village covers a total geographical area of 499.2 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Bakan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakan
According to the 2011 Census, Bakan village had a total population of 658 people, including 341 males and 317 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.10%, with male literacy at 48.69% and female literacy at 21.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 553.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 658 | 341 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 74 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 553 | 289 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 130 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 211 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Bakan
Bakan 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 Bakan
Public transport in the Bakan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Bakan is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bakan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bakan
Where is Bakan located?
Bakan village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakan is Padri.
What is the pincode of Bakan?
The pincode of Bakan is 484881.
What is the population of Bakan?
Bakan had a total population of 658, including 341 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Bakan?
Bakan had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakan was 35.10%. Male literacy was 48.69% and female literacy was 21.15%.