Bakankheda
Bakankheda is a village located in Dhar tehsil of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 23km away from Dhar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bakankheda village. As per 2009 stats, Bakankheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Bakankheda has its own place in the vibrant Dhar 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 Bakankheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakankheda is 475122. The village spans a total geographical area of 119.85 hectares. Dhar is nearest town to Bakankheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bakankheda 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 Dharampuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bakankheda
Population of Bakankheda
Below is a concise population overview of Bakankheda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 571 | 279 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 570 | 279 | 291 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 115 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 164 | 202 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bakankheda village:
- The total population of Bakankheda village is around 571, including approximately 279 males and 292 females, with a sex ratio of 1046 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Bakankheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bakankheda village has 570 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bakankheda village is about 35.90%, with male literacy at 41.22% and female literacy at 30.82%.
- There are around 94 households in Bakankheda village.
Connectivity of Bakankheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakankheda. As per the 2011 stats, Bakankheda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Bakankheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Bakankheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bakankheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bakankheda
- Where is Bakankheda located?
- Bakankheda village is situated in Dhar Tehsil, within the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bakankheda?
- Bakankheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bakankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakankheda is 571, with 279 males and 292 females.
- How many households are there in Bakankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bakankheda village has a total of 94 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bakankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakankheda is 35.90%. The male literacy rate is 41.22%, while the female literacy rate is 30.82%.