Ban Kookra
Ban Kookra is a village located in Bayana tehsil of Bharatpur district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Bayana (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Bharatpur. As per 2009 stats, Singhaniya is the gram panchayat of Ban Kookra village.
Here you can discover what makes Ban Kookra unique in its vibrant Bayana-Bharatpur region. You’ll see Ban Kookra’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 Ban Kookra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ban Kookra is 075144. The village spans a total geographical area of 302 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 321405. Bayana is nearest town to Ban Kookra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ban Kookra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bayana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ban Kookra
Population of Ban Kookra
According to the 2011 Census, Ban Kookra has a total population of about 531, with approximately 267 males and 264 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 335 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 66.48%, with male literacy at about 76.40% and female literacy near 56.44%. There are around 98 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ban Kookra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 531 | 267 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 48 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 163 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 353 | 204 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 63 | 115 |
Connectivity of Ban Kookra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ban Kookra. As per the 2011 stats, Ban Kookra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ban Kookra
Knowing the nearby villages of Ban Kookra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ban Kookra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ban Kookra
- Where is Ban Kookra located?
- Ban Kookra village is situated in Bayana Tehsil, within the Bharatpur district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ban Kookra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ban Kookra is Singhaniya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ban Kookra?
- The pincode of Ban Kookra is 321405, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ban Kookra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ban Kookra is 531, with 267 males and 264 females.
- How many households are there in Ban Kookra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ban Kookra village has a total of 98 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ban Kookra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ban Kookra is 66.48%. The male literacy rate is 76.40%, while the female literacy rate is 56.44%.