Bakraha - Patran, Patiala
Bakraha is a village situated in the Patran tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patran and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Bakraha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakraha is 036278. The village covers a total geographical area of 442 hectares and falls under the 147102 pincode. Patran is the nearest town.
Bakraha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shutrana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakraha
As per Census 2011, Bakraha village has a total population of 1,222 people, consisting of 651 males and 571 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 704 literate and 518 illiterate residents. Additionally, 374 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakraha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,222 | 651 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 69 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 205 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 704 | 423 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 228 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Bakraha
Bakraha 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 Bakraha
Bakraha 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 5-10 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 Patiala to Bakraha is about 57 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 Bakraha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakraha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bakraha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakraha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bakraha
Where is Bakraha located?
Bakraha village is located in Patran Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakraha?
Bakraha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bakraha?
The pincode of Bakraha is 147102.
What is the population of Bakraha?
Bakraha has a total population of 1,222, including 651 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Bakraha?
There are 218 households in Bakraha.
What is the literacy rate in Bakraha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakraha is 57.61%. Male literacy is 64.98% and female literacy is 49.21%.