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.
Here you can discover what makes Bafla unique in its vibrant Khirkiya-Harda region. You’ll see Bafla’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Bafla has a total population of about 447, with approximately 234 males and 213 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 68 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 160 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.52%, with male literacy at about 73.08% and female literacy near 48.83%. There are around 91 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bafla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.