Babra - Santalpur, Patan
Babra is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Babra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babra is 508630. The village covers a total geographical area of 2953.15 hectares and falls under the 385360 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Babra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babra
According to the 2011 Census, Babra village had a total population of 1,668 people, including 881 males and 787 females, living in 278 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.94%, with male literacy at 60.11% and female literacy at 36.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129.
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 | 1,668 | 881 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 154 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 71 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 667 | 437 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,001 | 444 | 557 |
Nearby Villages of Babra
Babra 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 Babra
Public transport in the Babra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Babra.
| 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 Radhanpur to Babra is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Babra is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babra 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 Babra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babra
Where is Babra located?
Babra village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babra?
Babra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babra?
The pincode of Babra is 385360.
What is the population of Babra?
Babra had a total population of 1,668, including 881 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Babra?
Babra had 278 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babra was 48.94%. Male literacy was 60.11% and female literacy was 36.16%.