Babura - Dhuraiya, Banka
Babura is a village situated in the Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhuraiya and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Makaita Babura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babura is 241064. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 813105 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Babura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babura
As per Census 2011, Babura village has a total population of 4,873 people, consisting of 2,591 males and 2,282 females. The village has 864 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,022 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,849 literate and 3,024 illiterate residents. Additionally, 681 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,873 | 2,591 | 2,282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,022 | 536 | 486 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 681 | 381 | 300 |
| Literate Population | 1,849 | 1,131 | 718 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,024 | 1,460 | 1,564 |
Nearby Villages of Babura
Babura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Babura
Babura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Babura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Babura is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Babura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babura 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Babura
Where is Babura located?
Babura village is located in Dhuraiya Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babura?
The Gram Panchayat of Babura is Makaita Babura.
What is the pincode of Babura?
The pincode of Babura is 813105.
What is the population of Babura?
Babura has a total population of 4,873, including 2,591 males and 2,282 females.
How many households are there in Babura?
There are 864 households in Babura.
What is the literacy rate in Babura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babura is 37.94%. Male literacy is 43.65% and female literacy is 31.46%.