Babdi Khar - Berasia, Bhopal
Babdi Khar is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Rampura Balachon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babdi Khar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babdi Khar is 482240. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.8 hectares and falls under the 463106 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Babdi Khar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babdi Khar
As per Census 2011, Babdi Khar village has a total population of 432 people, consisting of 234 males and 198 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 294 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babdi Khar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 432 | 234 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 24 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 197 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 37 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Babdi Khar
Babdi Khar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karanpura | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Jhironiya Kankad | East | 1.76 km |
| Ajabpura | West | 2.61 km |
| Rampura | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Dolatpura | North | 2.82 km |
| Kachnariya | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Goria Sankheda | South | 3.44 km |
| Chapadiya | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Kadia Chabar | North | 3.92 km |
| Khukaria | East | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babdi Khar
Babdi Khar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhadbhadaghat, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berasia to Babdi Khar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Babdi Khar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babdi Khar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babdi Khar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Babdi Khar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babdi Khar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babdi Khar
Where is Babdi Khar located?
Babdi Khar village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babdi Khar?
The Gram Panchayat of Babdi Khar is Rampura Balachon.
What is the pincode of Babdi Khar?
The pincode of Babdi Khar is 463106.
What is the population of Babdi Khar?
Babdi Khar has a total population of 432, including 234 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Babdi Khar?
There are 109 households in Babdi Khar.
What is the literacy rate in Babdi Khar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babdi Khar is 68.06%. Male literacy is 84.19% and female literacy is 48.99%.