Bakaner - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Bakaner is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Bakaner village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakaner is 476879. The village covers a total geographical area of 594.83 hectares and falls under the 450554 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bakaner village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bakaner
As per Census 2011, Bakaner village has a total population of 1,275 people, consisting of 657 males and 618 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 551 literate and 724 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,240 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakaner are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,275 | 657 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 133 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,240 | 636 | 604 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 347 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 724 | 310 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Bakaner
Bakaner is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Neemgad | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Dewjhiri | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Dugni | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Dhal | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Kakadda | South | 3.71 km |
| Bhedlya Chhota | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Junakheda | North | 4.15 km |
| Jhirnya | West | 4.58 km |
| Rajgarh | North | 4.77 km |
| Utawali | West | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bakaner
Bakaner is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maheshwar to Bakaner is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Bakaner is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakaner
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakaner village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bakaner
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakaner village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bakaner
Where is Bakaner located?
Bakaner village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakaner?
Bakaner is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bakaner?
The pincode of Bakaner is 450554.
What is the population of Bakaner?
Bakaner has a total population of 1,275, including 657 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Bakaner?
There are 263 households in Bakaner.
What is the literacy rate in Bakaner?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakaner is 43.22%. Male literacy is 52.82% and female literacy is 33.01%.