Babliana - Jammu South, Jammu
Babliana is a village situated in the Jammu South tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Jammu and around 10 km from Jammu. Babliana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babliana is 005938. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.8 hectares and falls under the 180010 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Babliana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bahu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babliana
According to the 2011 Census, Babliana village had a total population of 1,419 people, including 748 males and 671 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.96%, with male literacy at 90.24% and female literacy at 79.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 289, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 151.
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 | 1,419 | 748 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 72 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 141 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 84 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 1,096 | 610 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 138 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Babliana
Babliana 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 Babliana
Babliana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Babliana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Babliana is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Babliana is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babliana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babliana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Babliana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babliana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Babliana
Where is Babliana located?
Babliana village is located in Jammu South Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babliana?
Babliana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babliana?
The pincode of Babliana is 180010.
What is the population of Babliana?
Babliana had a total population of 1,419, including 748 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Babliana?
Babliana had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babliana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babliana was 84.96%. Male literacy was 90.24% and female literacy was 79.15%.