Bakalda
Bakalda is a village located in Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Petlawad (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Jhabua. As per 2009 stats, Bakalda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bakalda unique in its vibrant Petlawad-Jhabua region. You’ll see Bakalda’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 Bakalda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakalda is 504397. The village spans a total geographical area of 1858.44 hectares. Petlawad is nearest town to Bakalda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Bakalda
Population of Bakalda
According to the 2011 Census, Bakalda has a total population of about 2,287, with approximately 1,137 males and 1,150 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 426 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 55 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,869. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.49%, with male literacy at about 44.94% and female literacy near 22.17%. There are around 448 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bakalda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,287 | 1,137 | 1,150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 426 | 198 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 36 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,869 | 915 | 954 |
| Literate Population | 766 | 511 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,521 | 626 | 895 |
Connectivity of Bakalda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakalda. As per the 2011 stats, Bakalda 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bakalda
Knowing the nearby villages of Bakalda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bakalda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bakalda
- Where is Bakalda located?
- Bakalda village is situated in Petlawad Tehsil, within the Jhabua district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bakalda?
- Bakalda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bakalda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakalda is 2,287, with 1,137 males and 1,150 females.
- How many households are there in Bakalda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bakalda village has a total of 448 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bakalda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakalda is 33.49%. The male literacy rate is 44.94%, while the female literacy rate is 22.17%.