Bakur

Bakur is a village located in Amlarem subdivision of Jaintia Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Amlarem (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Jowai.

Bakur has its own place in the vibrant Jaintia 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 Bakur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakur is 279350. Amlarem is nearest town to Bakur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Bakur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,911 976 935
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 299 155 144
Scheduled Castes (SC) 210 110 100
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,527 762 765
Literate Population 1,356 720 636
Illiterate Population 555 256 299

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

  • The total population of Bakur village is around 1,911, including approximately 976 males and 935 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 299 children aged 0–6 years in Bakur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bakur village has 210 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,527 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bakur village is about 70.96%, with male literacy at 73.77% and female literacy at 68.02%.
  • There are around 349 households in Bakur village.

Connectivity of Bakur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakur. As per the 2011 stats, Bakur 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bakur

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bakur

Where is Bakur located?
Bakur village is situated in Amlarem Subdivision, within the Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bakur?
The pincode of Bakur is 793109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bakur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakur is 1,911, with 976 males and 935 females.
How many households are there in Bakur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bakur village has a total of 349 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakur is 70.96%. The male literacy rate is 73.77%, while the female literacy rate is 68.02%.