Babalad
Babalad is a village located in Indi taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Indi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Babalad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Babalad unique in its vibrant Indi-Bijapur region. You’ll see Babalad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Babalad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Babalad is 599230. The village spans a total geographical area of 1924.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586112. Indi is nearest town to Babalad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Babalad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Indi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Babalad
Population of Babalad
According to the 2011 Census, Babalad has a total population of about 2,820, with approximately 1,435 males and 1,385 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 440 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 816 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.28%, with male literacy at about 60.00% and female literacy near 42.24%. There are around 521 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Babalad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,820 | 1,435 | 1,385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 440 | 229 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 816 | 419 | 397 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,446 | 861 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,374 | 574 | 800 |
Connectivity of Babalad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Babalad. As per the 2011 stats, Babalad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Babalad
Knowing the nearby villages of Babalad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Babalad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Babalad
- Where is Babalad located?
- Babalad village is situated in Indi Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Babalad?
- Babalad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Babalad?
- The pincode of Babalad is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Babalad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Babalad is 2,820, with 1,435 males and 1,385 females.
- How many households are there in Babalad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Babalad village has a total of 521 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Babalad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Babalad is 51.28%. The male literacy rate is 60.00%, while the female literacy rate is 42.24%.