Babarkhadak - Kaprada, Valsad
Babarkhadak is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Babarkhadak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babarkhadak is 523508. The village covers a total geographical area of 452.8 hectares and falls under the 396126 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Babarkhadak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babarkhadak
As per Census 2011, Babarkhadak village has a total population of 2,690 people, consisting of 1,370 males and 1,320 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 366 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,675 literate and 1,015 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,838 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babarkhadak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,690 | 1,370 | 1,320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 189 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 62 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,838 | 920 | 918 |
| Literate Population | 1,675 | 955 | 720 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,015 | 415 | 600 |
Nearby Villages of Babarkhadak
Babarkhadak 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 Babarkhadak
Babarkhadak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Dharampur to Babarkhadak is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Babarkhadak 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 Babarkhadak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babarkhadak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Babarkhadak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babarkhadak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Babarkhadak
Where is Babarkhadak located?
Babarkhadak village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babarkhadak?
Babarkhadak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babarkhadak?
The pincode of Babarkhadak is 396126.
What is the population of Babarkhadak?
Babarkhadak has a total population of 2,690, including 1,370 males and 1,320 females.
How many households are there in Babarkhadak?
There are 473 households in Babarkhadak.
What is the literacy rate in Babarkhadak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babarkhadak is 62.27%. Male literacy is 69.71% and female literacy is 54.55%.