Babal - Chadiyar, Kangra
Babal is a village situated in the Chadiyar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Dharmsala. Manjhoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babal is 011986. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.92 hectares and falls under the 176081 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Babal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babal
According to the 2011 Census, Babal village had a total population of 186 people, including 73 males and 113 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,548 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.12%, with male literacy at 86.15% and female literacy at 76.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
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 | 186 | 73 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 26 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 56 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 17 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Babal
Babal 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 Babal
Public transport in the Babal is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Palampur to Babal is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dharmsala to Babal is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Babal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Babal
Where is Babal located?
Babal village is located in Chadiyar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babal?
The Gram Panchayat of Babal is Manjhoti.
What is the pincode of Babal?
The pincode of Babal is 176081.
What is the population of Babal?
Babal had a total population of 186, including 73 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Babal?
Babal had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babal was 80.12%. Male literacy was 86.15% and female literacy was 76.24%.