Bakaina - Mahasi, Bahraich
Bakaina is a village situated in the Mahasi tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahsi and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Bakaina village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakaina is 171661. The village covers a total geographical area of 1740.53 hectares and falls under the 271851 pincode. Bahraich is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bakaina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakaina
As per Census 2011, Bakaina village has a total population of 4,659 people, consisting of 2,489 males and 2,170 females. The village has 853 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 944 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,591 literate and 3,068 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,480 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakaina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,659 | 2,489 | 2,170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 944 | 500 | 444 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,480 | 806 | 674 |
| Literate Population | 1,591 | 1,057 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,068 | 1,432 | 1,636 |
Nearby Villages of Bakaina
Bakaina 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanwa | South | 1.98 km |
| Chkaiya | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Bansgadhi | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Chhttarpur | East | 2.32 km |
| Bhawanipur | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Kewalpur | North | 3.01 km |
| Bahduriya | South | 3.06 km |
| Badrka | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Pachdevri | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Manjhadariya Burd | North-West | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bakaina
Bakaina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Matera, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahraich to Bakaina is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakaina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakaina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bakaina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakaina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bakaina
Where is Bakaina located?
Bakaina village is located in Mahasi Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakaina?
Bakaina is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bakaina?
The pincode of Bakaina is 271851.
What is the population of Bakaina?
Bakaina has a total population of 4,659, including 2,489 males and 2,170 females.
How many households are there in Bakaina?
There are 853 households in Bakaina.
What is the literacy rate in Bakaina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakaina is 34.15%. Male literacy is 42.47% and female literacy is 24.61%.