Bakri

Bakri is a village located in Bhangar I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23.7km away from sub-district headquarter Gobindapur (tehsildar office) and 36.5km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Durgapur is the gram panchayat of Bakri village.

Bakri has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bakri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakri is 333695. The village spans a total geographical area of 151.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743502. Calcutta is nearest town to Bakri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bakri 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 Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bakri

Below is a concise population overview of Bakri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,518 1,275 1,243
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 372 178 194
Scheduled Castes (SC) 176 98 78
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,500 817 683
Illiterate Population 1,018 458 560

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bakri village:

  • The total population of Bakri village is around 2,518, including approximately 1,275 males and 1,243 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 372 children aged 0–6 years in Bakri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bakri village has 176 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bakri village is about 59.57%, with male literacy at 64.08% and female literacy at 54.95%.
  • There are around 513 households in Bakri village.

Connectivity of Bakri

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakri. As per the 2011 stats, Bakri 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bakri

Knowing the nearby villages of Bakri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bakri.

Binarat Dakshin Narikel Beria Situri Sondalia Dakshin Rajapur Maricha Bhangar Raghunathpur Gobindapur Dhapa Manpur Koch Pukur Jot Bhim

Frequently Asked Questions about Bakri

Where is Bakri located?
Bakri village is situated in Bhangar I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakri?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakri is Durgapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bakri?
The pincode of Bakri is 743502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bakri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakri is 2,518, with 1,275 males and 1,243 females.
How many households are there in Bakri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bakri village has a total of 513 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakri is 59.57%. The male literacy rate is 64.08%, while the female literacy rate is 54.95%.