Babri - Sami, Patan
Babri is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Babri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babri is 508973. The village covers a total geographical area of 608.38 hectares and falls under the 385340 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Babri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babri
According to the 2011 Census, Babri village had a total population of 1,461 people, including 765 males and 696 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.45%, with male literacy at 49.06% and female literacy at 26.47%.
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 | 1,461 | 765 | 696 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 129 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 312 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,000 | 453 | 547 |
Nearby Villages of Babri
Babri 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 Babri
Babri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Babri is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Babri 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 Babri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babri 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Babri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babri 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Babri
Where is Babri located?
Babri village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babri?
Babri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babri?
The pincode of Babri is 385340.
What is the population of Babri?
Babri had a total population of 1,461, including 765 males and 696 females.
How many households are there in Babri?
Babri had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babri was 38.45%. Male literacy was 49.06% and female literacy was 26.47%.