Bafla
Bafla is a village located in Khirkiya tehsil of Harda district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Khirkiya (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Harda. As per 2009 stats, Saktapur is the gram panchayat of Bafla village.
Bafla has its own place in the vibrant Harda 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 Bafla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bafla is 486602. The village spans a total geographical area of 460.41 hectares. Khirkiya is nearest town to Bafla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bafla 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 Harda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Betul Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bafla
Population of Bafla
Below is a concise population overview of Bafla 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 | 447 | 234 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 171 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 63 | 109 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bafla village:
- The total population of Bafla village is around 447, including approximately 234 males and 213 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Bafla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bafla village has 160 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bafla village is about 61.52%, with male literacy at 73.08% and female literacy at 48.83%.
- There are around 91 households in Bafla village.
Connectivity of Bafla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bafla. As per the 2011 stats, Bafla 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bafla
Knowing the nearby villages of Bafla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bafla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bafla
- Where is Bafla located?
- Bafla village is situated in Khirkiya Tehsil, within the Harda district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bafla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bafla is Saktapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Bafla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bafla is 447, with 234 males and 213 females.
- How many households are there in Bafla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bafla village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bafla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bafla is 61.52%. The male literacy rate is 73.08%, while the female literacy rate is 48.83%.