Babaliya - Khanpur, Mahisagar
Babaliya is a village situated in the Khanpur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Khanpur and around 65 km from Godhra. Babaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babaliya is 517819. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.2 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Babaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Babaliya village had a total population of 813 people, including 409 males and 404 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.44%, with male literacy at 82.57% and female literacy at 48.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 813 | 409 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 26 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 270 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 139 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Babaliya
Babaliya 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 Babaliya
Babaliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lunawada to Babaliya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Babaliya is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Babaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babaliya 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 Babaliya
Where is Babaliya located?
Babaliya village is located in Khanpur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babaliya?
Babaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babaliya?
The pincode of Babaliya is 389230.
What is the population of Babaliya?
Babaliya had a total population of 813, including 409 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Babaliya?
Babaliya had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babaliya was 65.44%. Male literacy was 82.57% and female literacy was 48.32%.