Bakapur Guru
Bakapur Guru is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Bakapur Guru village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bakapur Guru unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Bakapur Guru’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bakapur Guru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakapur Guru is 031980. The village spans a total geographical area of 118 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144527. Garhshankar is nearest town to Bakapur Guru village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bakapur Guru
Population of Bakapur Guru
According to the 2011 Census, Bakapur Guru has a total population of about 566, with approximately 283 males and 283 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 163 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.38%, with male literacy at about 77.74% and female literacy near 71.02%. There are around 127 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bakapur Guru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 566 | 283 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 421 | 220 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 63 | 82 |
Connectivity of Bakapur Guru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakapur Guru. As per the 2011 stats, Bakapur Guru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bakapur Guru
Knowing the nearby villages of Bakapur Guru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bakapur Guru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bakapur Guru
- Where is Bakapur Guru located?
- Bakapur Guru village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bakapur Guru?
- Bakapur Guru serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bakapur Guru?
- The pincode of Bakapur Guru is 144527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bakapur Guru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakapur Guru is 566, with 283 males and 283 females.
- How many households are there in Bakapur Guru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bakapur Guru village has a total of 127 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bakapur Guru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakapur Guru is 74.38%. The male literacy rate is 77.74%, while the female literacy rate is 71.02%.