Babada - Chikada, Narmada
Babada is a village situated in the Chikada taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Dediapada and around 66 km from Rajpipla. Babada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babada is 521696. The village covers a total geographical area of 1019.6 hectares and falls under the 393130 pincode. Dediapada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Babada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babada
According to the 2011 Census, Babada village had a total population of 1,758 people, including 901 males and 857 females, living in 363 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.01%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 43.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,751.
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 | 1,758 | 901 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 149 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,751 | 900 | 851 |
| Literate Population | 793 | 470 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 965 | 431 | 534 |
Nearby Villages of Babada
Babada 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 Babada
Public transport in the Babada 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 Dediapada to Babada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajpipla to Babada is about 66 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 Babada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Babada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babada 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babada
Where is Babada located?
Babada village is located in Chikada Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babada?
Babada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babada?
The pincode of Babada is 393130.
What is the population of Babada?
Babada had a total population of 1,758, including 901 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Babada?
Babada had 363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babada was 53.01%. Male literacy was 62.50% and female literacy was 43.41%.