Bakal
Bakal is a village located in Bahoriband tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Bahoriband (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Bakal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bakal unique in its vibrant Bahoriband-Katni region. You’ll see Bakal’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 Bakal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakal is 488605. The village spans a total geographical area of 908.22 hectares. Sihora is nearest town to Bakal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Bakal
Population of Bakal
According to the 2011 Census, Bakal has a total population of about 4,460, with approximately 2,287 males and 2,173 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 555 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,350 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 176. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.06%, with male literacy at about 73.63% and female literacy near 60.15%. There are around 1,072 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bakal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,460 | 2,287 | 2,173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 555 | 296 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,350 | 664 | 686 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 96 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 2,991 | 1,684 | 1,307 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,469 | 603 | 866 |
Connectivity of Bakal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakal. As per the 2011 stats, Bakal 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 Bakal
Knowing the nearby villages of Bakal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bakal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bakal
- Where is Bakal located?
- Bakal village is situated in Bahoriband Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bakal?
- Bakal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bakal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakal is 4,460, with 2,287 males and 2,173 females.
- How many households are there in Bakal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bakal village has a total of 1,072 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bakal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakal is 67.06%. The male literacy rate is 73.63%, while the female literacy rate is 60.15%.