Bukkanwala
Bukkanwala is a village located in Malerkotla tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Malerkotla (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Bukkanwala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bukkanwala unique in its vibrant Malerkotla-Sangrur region. You’ll see Bukkanwala’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 Bukkanwala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bukkanwala is 039443. The village spans a total geographical area of 81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148023. Malerkotla is nearest town to Bukkanwala village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bukkanwala
Population of Bukkanwala
According to the 2011 Census, Bukkanwala has a total population of about 374, with approximately 198 males and 176 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 44 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 88 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 68.18%, with male literacy at about 73.74% and female literacy near 61.93%. There are around 69 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bukkanwala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 374 | 198 | 176 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 43 | 45 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 255 | 146 | 109 |
Illiterate Population | 119 | 52 | 67 |
Connectivity of Bukkanwala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bukkanwala. As per the 2011 stats, Bukkanwala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bukkanwala
Knowing the nearby villages of Bukkanwala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bukkanwala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bukkanwala
- Where is Bukkanwala located?
- Bukkanwala village is situated in Malerkotla Tehsil, within the Sangrur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bukkanwala?
- Bukkanwala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bukkanwala?
- The pincode of Bukkanwala is 148023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bukkanwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bukkanwala is 374, with 198 males and 176 females.
- How many households are there in Bukkanwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bukkanwala village has a total of 69 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bukkanwala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bukkanwala is 68.18%. The male literacy rate is 73.74%, while the female literacy rate is 61.93%.