Babalad - Babaleshwar, Vijayapura
Babalad is a village situated in the Babaleshwar taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 50 km from Bijapur and around 50 km from Bijapur. Gunadal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babalad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babalad is 599141. The village covers a total geographical area of 840.54 hectares and falls under the 586170 pincode. Jamkhandi is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Babalad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Babaleshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babalad
As per Census 2011, Babalad village has a total population of 1,740 people, consisting of 862 males and 878 females. The village has 326 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 311 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 895 literate and 845 illiterate residents. Additionally, 494 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babalad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,740 | 862 | 878 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 146 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 494 | 232 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 895 | 527 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 845 | 335 | 510 |
Nearby Villages of Babalad
Babalad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirabur | South | 2.40 km |
| Kengalagutti | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Sutagundi | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Bidari | North | 4.21 km |
| Devara-gennur | East | 4.97 km |
| Mundaganur | West | 5.13 km |
| Gunadal | North-East | 5.25 km |
| Kanabur | South-West | 5.73 km |
| Chickhanchinal | South-West | 6.16 km |
| Janawad | North-West | 6.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babalad
Babalad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mulvad, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamkhandi to Babalad is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Babalad is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babalad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babalad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Babalad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babalad 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Babalad
Where is Babalad located?
Babalad village is located in Babaleshwar Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babalad?
The Gram Panchayat of Babalad is Gunadal.
What is the pincode of Babalad?
The pincode of Babalad is 586170.
What is the population of Babalad?
Babalad has a total population of 1,740, including 862 males and 878 females.
How many households are there in Babalad?
There are 326 households in Babalad.
What is the literacy rate in Babalad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babalad is 51.44%. Male literacy is 61.14% and female literacy is 41.91%.