Babjai - Athner, Betul
Babjai is a village situated in the Athner tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athner and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Dayawani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babjai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babjai is 485441. The village covers a total geographical area of 816.73 hectares and falls under the 460220 pincode. Bhainsdehi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Babjai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhainsdehi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babjai
As per Census 2011, Babjai village has a total population of 610 people, consisting of 305 males and 305 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 503 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babjai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 610 | 305 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 48 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 503 | 249 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 155 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 150 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Babjai
Babjai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tanki | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Temni | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Ambada | North | 4.35 km |
| Satkund Raiyat | South-East | 5.20 km |
| Dhaodi | North-East | 5.26 km |
| Bothi | North | 6.38 km |
| Bhuskum | East | 7.05 km |
| Khairwada | North | 7.21 km |
| Belkund | South | 7.59 km |
| Kabla Raiyat | South-East | 7.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babjai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Babjai. The nearest railway station is Khelpatta, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bhainsdehi to Babjai is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Babjai is about 75 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 Babjai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babjai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Babjai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babjai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babjai
Where is Babjai located?
Babjai village is located in Athner Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babjai?
The Gram Panchayat of Babjai is Dayawani.
What is the pincode of Babjai?
The pincode of Babjai is 460220.
What is the population of Babjai?
Babjai has a total population of 610, including 305 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Babjai?
There are 149 households in Babjai.
What is the literacy rate in Babjai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babjai is 44.59%. Male literacy is 50.82% and female literacy is 38.36%.