Bakanda Khas - Kiraoli, Agra
Bakanda Khas is a village situated in the Kiraoli tehsil of Agra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kiraoli and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Agra. Khera Bakanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakanda Khas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakanda Khas is 124768. The village covers a total geographical area of 617.21 hectares and falls under the 283110 pincode. Kiraoli is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bakanda Khas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur sikari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehpur Sikri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakanda Khas
As per Census 2011, Bakanda Khas village has a total population of 1,250 people, consisting of 686 males and 564 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 822 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 683 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakanda Khas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,250 | 686 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 143 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 683 | 451 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 235 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Bakanda Khas
Bakanda Khas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khera Bakanda | East | 1.37 km |
| Malikpur | West | 1.74 km |
| Bidyapur | North | 2.20 km |
| Sarsa | South | 2.36 km |
| Gurha | East | 2.41 km |
| Singarpur | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Abhaidopura | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Salemabad | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Nagla Baharawati | North-West | 3.75 km |
| Korai | West | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bakanda Khas
Bakanda Khas is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Singarpur, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kiraoli to Bakanda Khas is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agra to Bakanda Khas is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakanda Khas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakanda Khas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bakanda Khas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakanda Khas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bakanda Khas
Where is Bakanda Khas located?
Bakanda Khas village is located in Kiraoli Tehsil, Agra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakanda Khas?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakanda Khas is Khera Bakanda.
What is the pincode of Bakanda Khas?
The pincode of Bakanda Khas is 283110.
What is the population of Bakanda Khas?
Bakanda Khas has a total population of 1,250, including 686 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Bakanda Khas?
There are 169 households in Bakanda Khas.
What is the literacy rate in Bakanda Khas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakanda Khas is 54.64%. Male literacy is 65.74% and female literacy is 41.13%.