Babai - Sahaspur Lohara, Kabeerdham
Babai is a village situated in the Sahaspur Lohara tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahaspur Lohara and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Babai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babai is 439685. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.95 hectares and falls under the 491996 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Babai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babai
According to the 2011 Census, Babai village had a total population of 1,186 people, including 590 males and 596 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.61%, with male literacy at 82.73% and female literacy at 58.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 1,186 | 590 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 92 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 412 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 178 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Babai
Babai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rakse | South | 1.64 km |
| Bijabairagi | East | 1.79 km |
| Jangalpur | North | 1.89 km |
| Bhagauta Tola | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Narodhi | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Mohgaon | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Bidora | North | 3.42 km |
| Newas Pur | South | 3.43 km |
| Doma Tola | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Bhandarpur | North-East | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babai
Babai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rasmara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahaspur-lohara to Babai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Babai is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Babai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Babai
Where is Babai located?
Babai village is located in Sahaspur Lohara Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babai?
Babai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babai?
The pincode of Babai is 491996.
What is the population of Babai?
Babai had a total population of 1,186, including 590 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Babai?
Babai had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babai was 70.61%. Male literacy was 82.73% and female literacy was 58.74%.