Babey - Majalta, Udhampur
Babey is a village situated in the Majalta tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majalta and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Babey village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babey is 005156. The village covers a total geographical area of 1182.5 hectares and falls under the 184205 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Babey village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babey
As per Census 2011, Babey village has a total population of 1,788 people, consisting of 964 males and 824 females. The village has 367 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 959 literate and 829 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 484 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babey are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,788 | 964 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 161 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 68 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 484 | 257 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 959 | 585 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 829 | 379 | 450 |
Nearby Villages of Babey
Babey 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 Babey
Babey is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Udhampur to Babey is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babey
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babey village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Babey
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babey 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Babey
Where is Babey located?
Babey village is located in Majalta Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babey?
Babey is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babey?
The pincode of Babey is 184205.
What is the population of Babey?
Babey has a total population of 1,788, including 964 males and 824 females.
How many households are there in Babey?
There are 367 households in Babey.
What is the literacy rate in Babey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babey is 53.64%. Male literacy is 60.68% and female literacy is 45.39%.