Babaria - Noamundi, West Singhbhum
Babaria is a village situated in the Noamundi subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 21 km from Noamundi and around 72 km from Chaibasa. Jeteya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babaria is 377877. The village covers a total geographical area of 483.51 hectares and falls under the 833217 pincode.
Babaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babaria
According to the 2011 Census, Babaria village had a total population of 992 people, including 517 males and 475 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.48%, with male literacy at 50.37% and female literacy at 30.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 702.
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 | 992 | 517 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 108 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 702 | 357 | 345 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 206 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 669 | 311 | 358 |
Nearby Villages of Babaria
Babaria is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamjui | East | 1.72 km |
| Duwarsai | South | 2.06 km |
| Sarbai | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Barapaseya | East | 4.71 km |
| Pokharia | North-West | 5.17 km |
| Aikuti | South | 5.59 km |
| Karanjiya | South-East | 5.86 km |
| Tareya | South-West | 6.73 km |
| Jhirjhor | North-West | 7.02 km |
| Sukripara | South-West | 7.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babaria
Babaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dangoaposi, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Babaria is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Babaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Babaria
Where is Babaria located?
Babaria village is located in Noamundi Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Babaria is Jeteya.
What is the pincode of Babaria?
The pincode of Babaria is 833217.
What is the population of Babaria?
Babaria had a total population of 992, including 517 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Babaria?
Babaria had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babaria was 40.48%. Male literacy was 50.37% and female literacy was 30.08%.