Babarkot - Botad
Babarkot is a village situated in the Botad taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Botad and around 105 km from Bhavnagar. Babarkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babarkot is 516015. The village covers a total geographical area of 1437.84 hectares and falls under the 364720 pincode. Botad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Babarkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Botad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babarkot
As per Census 2011, Babarkot village has a total population of 1,379 people, consisting of 722 males and 657 females. The village has 232 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 673 literate and 706 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babarkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,379 | 722 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 120 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 426 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 296 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Babarkot
Babarkot 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 Babarkot
Babarkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Babarkot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Botad to Babarkot is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Babarkot is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babarkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babarkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Babarkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babarkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Babarkot
Where is Babarkot located?
Babarkot village is located in Botad Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babarkot?
Babarkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babarkot?
The pincode of Babarkot is 364720.
What is the population of Babarkot?
Babarkot has a total population of 1,379, including 722 males and 657 females.
How many households are there in Babarkot?
There are 232 households in Babarkot.
What is the literacy rate in Babarkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babarkot is 48.80%. Male literacy is 59.00% and female literacy is 37.60%.