Bakoda - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Bakoda is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Umarkote and around 83 km from Nabarangapur . Bakoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakoda is 427345. The village covers a total geographical area of 671 hectares and falls under the 764073 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bakoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakoda
As per Census 2011, Bakoda village has a total population of 2,682 people, consisting of 1,378 males and 1,304 females. The village has 588 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 427 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,181 literate and 1,501 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,304 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 829 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,682 | 1,378 | 1,304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 427 | 222 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,304 | 697 | 607 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 829 | 407 | 422 |
| Literate Population | 1,181 | 704 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,501 | 674 | 827 |
Nearby Villages of Bakoda
Bakoda 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 Bakoda
Bakoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Umarkote to Bakoda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Bakoda is about 83 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 Bakoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakoda 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 Bakoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bakoda
Where is Bakoda located?
Bakoda village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakoda?
Bakoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bakoda?
The pincode of Bakoda is 764073.
What is the population of Bakoda?
Bakoda has a total population of 2,682, including 1,378 males and 1,304 females.
How many households are there in Bakoda?
There are 588 households in Bakoda.
What is the literacy rate in Bakoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakoda is 44.03%. Male literacy is 51.09% and female literacy is 36.58%.