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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Babey village had a total population of 1,788 people, including 964 males and 824 females, living in 367 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.22%, with male literacy at 72.85% and female literacy at 52.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 484.
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 | 1,788 | 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 Halqa Panchayat of Babey?
Babey is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babey?
The pincode of Babey is 184205.
What is the population of Babey?
Babey had a total population of 1,788, including 964 males and 824 females.
How many households are there in Babey?
Babey had 367 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babey was 63.22%. Male literacy was 72.85% and female literacy was 52.38%.