Babhani - Raghunathnagar, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Babhani is a village situated in the Raghunathnagar tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 50 km from Wadrafnagar and around 150 km from Ambikapur. Charchari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhani is 432087. The village covers a total geographical area of 626.46 hectares and falls under the 497225 pincode. Wadrafnagar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Babhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babhani
As per Census 2011, Babhani village has a total population of 1,098 people, consisting of 571 males and 527 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 469 literate and 629 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 836 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,098 | 571 | 527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 116 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 836 | 435 | 401 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 303 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 629 | 268 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Babhani
Babhani 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 Babhani
Public transport in the Babhani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wadrafnagar to Babhani is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Babhani is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Babhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babhani
Where is Babhani located?
Babhani village is located in Raghunathnagar Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Babhani is Charchari.
What is the pincode of Babhani?
The pincode of Babhani is 497225.
What is the population of Babhani?
Babhani has a total population of 1,098, including 571 males and 527 females.
How many households are there in Babhani?
There are 229 households in Babhani.
What is the literacy rate in Babhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhani is 42.71%. Male literacy is 53.06% and female literacy is 31.50%.