Babhani - Dhanwar, Giridih
Babhani is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanwar and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Balhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhani is 350876. The village covers a total geographical area of 553.1 hectares and falls under the 825418 pincode.
Babhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babhani
As per Census 2011, Babhani village has a total population of 2,200 people, consisting of 1,116 males and 1,084 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 416 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,308 literate and 892 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 163 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,200 | 1,116 | 1,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 198 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 97 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 88 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 1,308 | 796 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 892 | 320 | 572 |
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
Babhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Babhani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Babhani is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Babhani
Where is Babhani located?
Babhani village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Babhani is Balhara.
What is the pincode of Babhani?
The pincode of Babhani is 825418.
What is the population of Babhani?
Babhani has a total population of 2,200, including 1,116 males and 1,084 females.
How many households are there in Babhani?
There are 307 households in Babhani.
What is the literacy rate in Babhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhani is 59.45%. Male literacy is 71.33% and female literacy is 47.23%.