Bakingia - Raikia, Kandhamal
Bakingia is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mandakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakingia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakingia is 417537. The village covers a total geographical area of 625 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bakingia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakingia
As per Census 2011, Bakingia village has a total population of 1,323 people, consisting of 664 males and 659 females. The village has 381 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 703 literate and 620 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,000 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakingia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,323 | 664 | 659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 86 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,000 | 503 | 497 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 423 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 241 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Bakingia
Bakingia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bakingia
Bakingia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Bakingia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bakingia is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakingia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakingia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bakingia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakingia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bakingia
Where is Bakingia located?
Bakingia village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakingia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakingia is Mandakia.
What is the pincode of Bakingia?
The pincode of Bakingia is 762101.
What is the population of Bakingia?
Bakingia has a total population of 1,323, including 664 males and 659 females.
How many households are there in Bakingia?
There are 381 households in Bakingia.
What is the literacy rate in Bakingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakingia is 53.14%. Male literacy is 63.70% and female literacy is 42.49%.