Bahkal
Bahkal is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Bahkal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bahkal unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Bahkal’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 Bahkal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bahkal is 498169. The village spans a total geographical area of 487.49 hectares. Malajkhand is nearest town to Bahkal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bahkal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bahkal
Population of Bahkal
According to the 2011 Census, Bahkal has a total population of about 2,405, with approximately 1,201 males and 1,204 females. The sex ratio is around 1002 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 318 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 40 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 270. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.95%, with male literacy at about 71.11% and female literacy near 54.82%. There are around 571 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bahkal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,405 | 1,201 | 1,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 154 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 270 | 136 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 1,514 | 854 | 660 |
| Illiterate Population | 891 | 347 | 544 |
Connectivity of Bahkal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bahkal. As per the 2011 stats, Bahkal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bahkal
Knowing the nearby villages of Bahkal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bahkal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bahkal
- Where is Bahkal located?
- Bahkal village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bahkal?
- Bahkal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bahkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bahkal is 2,405, with 1,201 males and 1,204 females.
- How many households are there in Bahkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bahkal village has a total of 571 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bahkal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bahkal is 62.95%. The male literacy rate is 71.11%, while the female literacy rate is 54.82%.