Bakua - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Bakua is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 87 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Gudugudia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakua is 388625. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Bakua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakua
As per Census 2011, Bakua village has a total population of 104 people, consisting of 51 males and 53 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5 literate and 99 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 50 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 5 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 46 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Bakua
Bakua 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 Bakua
Public transport in the Bakua is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bakua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Bakua is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Bakua is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bakua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bakua
Where is Bakua located?
Bakua village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakua?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakua is Gudugudia.
What is the pincode of Bakua?
The pincode of Bakua is 757034.
What is the population of Bakua?
Bakua has a total population of 104, including 51 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Bakua?
There are 25 households in Bakua.