Bakanda

Bakanda is a village located in Kharkutta subdivision of East Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kharkutta (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Williamnagar.

Bakanda has its own place in the vibrant East Garo Hills 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 Bakanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakanda is 274982. Kharkutta is nearest town to Bakanda village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Bakanda

Below is a concise population overview of Bakanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 180 86 94
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 30 17 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 180 86 94
Literate Population 105 43 62
Illiterate Population 75 43 32

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bakanda village:

  • The total population of Bakanda village is around 180, including approximately 86 males and 94 females, with a sex ratio of 1093 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 30 children aged 0–6 years in Bakanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bakanda village has 180 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bakanda village is about 58.33%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 65.96%.
  • There are around 34 households in Bakanda village.

Connectivity of Bakanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakanda. As per the 2011 stats, Bakanda 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 Bakanda

Knowing the nearby villages of Bakanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bakanda.

Ganggasa Menadoba Chimadare Lower Rongbu Bagabatta Upper Rongbu Lower Bolmedang Chilpara Reserve Chilpara Tengasot Nameram

Frequently Asked Questions about Bakanda

Where is Bakanda located?
Bakanda village is situated in Kharkutta Subdivision, within the East Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bakanda?
The pincode of Bakanda is 793111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bakanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakanda is 180, with 86 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Bakanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bakanda village has a total of 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakanda is 58.33%. The male literacy rate is 50.00%, while the female literacy rate is 65.96%.