Bakapur
Bakapur is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Bakapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bakapur unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Bakapur’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
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakapur is 032509. The village spans a total geographical area of 192 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144526. Balachaur is nearest town to Bakapur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bakapur
Population of Bakapur
According to the 2011 Census, Bakapur has a total population of about 961, with approximately 480 males and 481 females. The sex ratio is around 1002 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 92 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 431 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 71.80%, with male literacy at about 78.33% and female literacy near 65.28%. There are around 215 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bakapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 961 | 480 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 53 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 211 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 690 | 376 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 104 | 167 |
Connectivity of Bakapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakapur. As per the 2011 stats, Bakapur 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bakapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Bakapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bakapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bakapur
- Where is Bakapur located?
- Bakapur village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bakapur?
- Bakapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bakapur?
- The pincode of Bakapur is 144526, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bakapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakapur is 961, with 480 males and 481 females.
- How many households are there in Bakapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bakapur village has a total of 215 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bakapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakapur is 71.80%. The male literacy rate is 78.33%, while the female literacy rate is 65.28%.