Babajipara - Lakhtar, Surendranagar
Babajipara is a village situated in the Lakhtar taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhtar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Babajipara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babajipara is 512168. The village covers a total geographical area of 462.43 hectares and falls under the 363115 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Babajipara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babajipara
According to the 2011 Census, Babajipara village had a total population of 1,088 people, including 569 males and 519 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.14%, with male literacy at 79.29% and female literacy at 53.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 230.
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 | 1,088 | 569 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 91 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 121 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 379 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 190 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Babajipara
Babajipara 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 Babajipara
Babajipara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Viramgam to Babajipara is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Babajipara is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babajipara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babajipara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Babajipara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babajipara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babajipara
Where is Babajipara located?
Babajipara village is located in Lakhtar Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babajipara?
Babajipara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babajipara?
The pincode of Babajipara is 363115.
What is the population of Babajipara?
Babajipara had a total population of 1,088, including 569 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Babajipara?
Babajipara had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babajipara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babajipara was 67.14%. Male literacy was 79.29% and female literacy was 53.88%.