Bakan
Bakan is a village located in Aron tehsil of Guna district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Aron (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Guna. As per 2009 stats, Vrandawan is the gram panchayat of Bakan village.
Here you can discover what makes Bakan unique in its vibrant Aron-Guna region. You’ll see Bakan’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 Bakan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakan is 499765. The village spans a total geographical area of 418 hectares. Aron is nearest town to Bakan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bakan 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 Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bakan
Population of Bakan
According to the 2011 Census, Bakan has a total population of about 840, with approximately 444 males and 396 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 116 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 96 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 88. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.26%, with male literacy at about 63.51% and female literacy near 39.65%. There are around 140 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bakan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 840 | 444 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 60 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 282 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 162 | 239 |
Connectivity of Bakan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakan. As per the 2011 stats, Bakan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bakan
Knowing the nearby villages of Bakan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bakan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bakan
- Where is Bakan located?
- Bakan village is situated in Aron Tehsil, within the Guna district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bakan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bakan is Vrandawan (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 840, with 444 males and 396 females.
- How many households are there in Bakan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bakan village has a total of 140 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bakan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakan is 52.26%. The male literacy rate is 63.51%, while the female literacy rate is 39.65%.