Bakugram - Nimapada, Puri
Bakugram is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Kotakosang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakugram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakugram is 409080. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 752105 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bakugram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakugram
According to the 2011 Census, Bakugram village had a total population of 552 people, including 274 males and 278 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.43%, with male literacy at 95.08% and female literacy at 89.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 552 | 274 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 232 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 42 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Bakugram
Bakugram 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 Bakugram
Bakugram 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Bakugram is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bakugram is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakugram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakugram 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 Bakugram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakugram 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 Bakugram
Where is Bakugram located?
Bakugram village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bakugram?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakugram is Kotakosang.
What is the pincode of Bakugram?
The pincode of Bakugram is 752105.
What is the population of Bakugram?
Bakugram had a total population of 552, including 274 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Bakugram?
Bakugram had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakugram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakugram was 92.43%. Male literacy was 95.08% and female literacy was 89.80%.