Babai - Sonkatch, Dewas
Babai is a village situated in the Sonkatch tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonkatch and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Babai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babai is 473454. The village covers a total geographical area of 1101.9 hectares and falls under the 455118 pincode. Dewas is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Babai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babai
As per Census 2011, Babai village has a total population of 2,592 people, consisting of 1,309 males and 1,283 females. The village has 540 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,511 literate and 1,081 illiterate residents. Additionally, 889 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,592 | 1,309 | 1,283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 200 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 889 | 429 | 460 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,511 | 915 | 596 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,081 | 394 | 687 |
Nearby Villages of Babai
Babai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipalyabhachod | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Odani | North | 2.55 km |
| Roshnabad | East | 2.59 km |
| Mirpurkhedi | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Kothada | North | 3.26 km |
| Dharampur | North-East | 3.51 km |
| Polayjagir | West | 3.81 km |
| Elachpur | South-West | 3.98 km |
| Bhagsara | East | 4.01 km |
| Jagdishpur | South | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babai
Babai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dewas, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.4 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 Dewas to Babai is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Babai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Babai
Where is Babai located?
Babai village is located in Sonkatch Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babai?
Babai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babai?
The pincode of Babai is 455118.
What is the population of Babai?
Babai has a total population of 2,592, including 1,309 males and 1,283 females.
How many households are there in Babai?
There are 540 households in Babai.
What is the literacy rate in Babai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babai is 58.29%. Male literacy is 69.90% and female literacy is 46.45%.