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. Babhani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Babhani village had a total population of 1,098 people, including 571 males and 527 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.82%, with male literacy at 66.59% and female literacy at 38.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 836.
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 | 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?
Babhani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babhani?
The pincode of Babhani is 497225.
What is the population of Babhani?
Babhani had a total population of 1,098, including 571 males and 527 females.
How many households are there in Babhani?
Babhani had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhani was 52.82%. Male literacy was 66.59% and female literacy was 38.34%.