Bakanya
Bakanya is a village located in Kumbhraj tehsil of Guna district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kumbhraj (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Guna. As per 2009 stats, Bakanya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bakanya unique in its vibrant Kumbhraj-Guna region. You’ll see Bakanya’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 Bakanya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakanya is 499556. The village spans a total geographical area of 579 hectares. Kumbhraj is nearest town to Bakanya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bakanya 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 Chachoura 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 Bakanya
Population of Bakanya
According to the 2011 Census, Bakanya has a total population of about 1,439, with approximately 750 males and 689 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 259 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 328 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 160. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.03%, with male literacy at about 57.73% and female literacy near 31.20%. There are around 283 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bakanya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,439 | 750 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 131 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 166 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 80 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 648 | 433 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 791 | 317 | 474 |
Connectivity of Bakanya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakanya. As per the 2011 stats, Bakanya 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bakanya
Knowing the nearby villages of Bakanya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bakanya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bakanya
- Where is Bakanya located?
- Bakanya village is situated in Kumbhraj Tehsil, within the Guna district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bakanya?
- Bakanya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bakanya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakanya is 1,439, with 750 males and 689 females.
- How many households are there in Bakanya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bakanya village has a total of 283 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bakanya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakanya is 45.03%. The male literacy rate is 57.73%, while the female literacy rate is 31.20%.