Babiya - Mundra, Kachchh
Babiya is a village situated in the Mundra taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundra and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Beraja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babiya is 507289. The village covers a total geographical area of 839.81 hectares and falls under the 370405 pincode. Mundra is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Babiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babiya
According to the 2011 Census, Babiya village had a total population of 104 people, including 55 males and 49 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 15 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 23 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Babiya
Babiya 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 Babiya
Public transport in the Babiya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mundra to Babiya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Babiya is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babiya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Babiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babiya 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Babiya
Where is Babiya located?
Babiya village is located in Mundra Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Babiya is Beraja.
What is the pincode of Babiya?
The pincode of Babiya is 370405.
What is the population of Babiya?
Babiya had a total population of 104, including 55 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Babiya?
Babiya had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babiya was 80.00%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 80.00%.