Babusajbahar - Farsabahar, Jashpur
Babusajbahar is a village situated in the Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farsabahar and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Babusajbahar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babusajbahar is 434191. The village covers a total geographical area of 562.87 hectares and falls under the 496227 pincode. Kotba is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Babusajbahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babusajbahar
As per Census 2011, Babusajbahar village has a total population of 1,179 people, consisting of 597 males and 582 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 706 literate and 473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 490 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babusajbahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,179 | 597 | 582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 107 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 490 | 236 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 706 | 384 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 213 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Babusajbahar
Babusajbahar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bardih | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Golidih | East | 1.97 km |
| Bhejari Dand | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Masangamara | East | 2.16 km |
| Jun Wain | South | 2.71 km |
| Koranga Mal | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Samdama | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Ankira | West | 3.38 km |
| Kharibahar | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Sanko | North-East | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babusajbahar
Babusajbahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotba to Babusajbahar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Babusajbahar is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babusajbahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babusajbahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Babusajbahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babusajbahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Babusajbahar
Where is Babusajbahar located?
Babusajbahar village is located in Farsabahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babusajbahar?
Babusajbahar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babusajbahar?
The pincode of Babusajbahar is 496227.
What is the population of Babusajbahar?
Babusajbahar has a total population of 1,179, including 597 males and 582 females.
How many households are there in Babusajbahar?
There are 297 households in Babusajbahar.
What is the literacy rate in Babusajbahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babusajbahar is 59.88%. Male literacy is 64.32% and female literacy is 55.33%.