Bakuchi - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Bakuchi is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. Aurai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakuchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakuchi is 186726. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.95 hectares and falls under the 273211 pincode.
Bakuchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakuchi
According to the 2011 Census, Bakuchi village had a total population of 604 people, including 309 males and 295 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.70%, with male literacy at 82.98% and female literacy at 64.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 604 | 309 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 46 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 412 | 234 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 75 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Bakuchi
Bakuchi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jiginyadar | West | 0.79 km |
| Banhaita | South | 0.81 km |
| Khairee | North-East | 0.91 km |
| Murdewachak | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Rajwala | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Kasimpurjigini | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Govindchak Urf Nakaha | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Tama | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Chowtarawa | North | 1.62 km |
| Soda | East | 1.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bakuchi
Bakuchi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Maghar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Bakuchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakuchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bakuchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakuchi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bakuchi
Where is Bakuchi located?
Bakuchi village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakuchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakuchi is Aurai.
What is the pincode of Bakuchi?
The pincode of Bakuchi is 273211.
What is the population of Bakuchi?
Bakuchi had a total population of 604, including 309 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Bakuchi?
Bakuchi had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakuchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakuchi was 73.70%. Male literacy was 82.98% and female literacy was 64.26%.