Bukkanpur
Bukkanpur is a village located in Roorkee tehsil of Hardwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Roorkee (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Hardwar. As per 2009 stats, Bukkanpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bukkanpur unique in its vibrant Roorkee-Hardwar region. You’ll see Bukkanpur’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 Bukkanpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bukkanpur is 056607. The village spans a total geographical area of 245.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 247664. Roorkee is nearest town to Bukkanpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bukkanpur 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 Khanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hardwar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bukkanpur
Population of Bukkanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bukkanpur has a total population of about 2,441, with approximately 1,300 males and 1,141 females. The sex ratio is around 877 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 441 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.07%, with male literacy at about 60.46% and female literacy near 42.51%. There are around 355 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bukkanpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,441 | 1,300 | 1,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 229 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,271 | 786 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,170 | 514 | 656 |
Connectivity of Bukkanpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bukkanpur. As per the 2011 stats, Bukkanpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bukkanpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Bukkanpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bukkanpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bukkanpur
- Where is Bukkanpur located?
- Bukkanpur village is situated in Roorkee Tehsil, within the Hardwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bukkanpur?
- Bukkanpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bukkanpur?
- The pincode of Bukkanpur is 247664, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bukkanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bukkanpur is 2,441, with 1,300 males and 1,141 females.
- How many households are there in Bukkanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bukkanpur village has a total of 355 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bukkanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bukkanpur is 52.07%. The male literacy rate is 60.46%, while the female literacy rate is 42.51%.