Babhani - Saraiyahat, Dumka
Babhani is a village situated in the Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraiyahat and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Gadijhopa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhani is 369277. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Babhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Babhani
According to the 2011 Census, Babhani village had a total population of 890 people, including 460 males and 430 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.14%, with male literacy at 59.95% and female literacy at 35.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 458.
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 | 890 | 460 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 458 | 238 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 232 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 228 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Babhani
Babhani 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 Babhani
Public transport in the Babhani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Babhani is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Babhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Babhani
Where is Babhani located?
Babhani village is located in Saraiyahat Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Babhani is Gadijhopa.
What is the pincode of Babhani?
The pincode of Babhani is 814145.
What is the population of Babhani?
Babhani had a total population of 890, including 460 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Babhani?
Babhani had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhani was 48.14%. Male literacy was 59.95% and female literacy was 35.62%.