Babain - Babain St, Kurukshetra
Babain is a village situated in the Babain St tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 20 km from Thanesar and around 20 km from Kurukshetra. Babain village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babain is 058634. The village covers a total geographical area of 857 hectares and falls under the 136156 pincode. Ladwa is the nearest town.
Babain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ladwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babain
As per Census 2011, Babain village has a total population of 6,984 people, consisting of 3,710 males and 3,274 females. The village has 1,338 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 881 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,731 literate and 2,253 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,942 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,984 | 3,710 | 3,274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 881 | 481 | 400 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,942 | 1,000 | 942 |
| Literate Population | 4,731 | 2,672 | 2,059 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,253 | 1,038 | 1,215 |
Nearby Villages of Babain
Babain is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Haripura | North | 2.17 km |
| Ramsaran Majra | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Hamidpur | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Khirki Viran | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Rurki | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Bhagwanpur | West | 3.08 km |
| Ghisarpari | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Kanoni | North | 3.71 km |
| Sujra | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Jalaludin Majra | South | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babain
Babain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhola Mazra, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.4 km.
| 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 Kurukshetra to Babain is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Babain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babain 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Babain
Where is Babain located?
Babain village is located in Babain St Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babain?
Babain is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babain?
The pincode of Babain is 136156.
What is the population of Babain?
Babain has a total population of 6,984, including 3,710 males and 3,274 females.
How many households are there in Babain?
There are 1,338 households in Babain.
What is the literacy rate in Babain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babain is 67.74%. Male literacy is 72.02% and female literacy is 62.89%.