Babaliapada - Petlawad, Jhabua
Babaliapada is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Jamli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babaliapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babaliapada is 504343. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.37 hectares and falls under the 457773 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Babaliapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babaliapada
According to the 2011 Census, Babaliapada village had a total population of 243 people, including 167 males and 76 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 455 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.54%, with male literacy at 85.83% and female literacy at 70.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 238.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 243 | 167 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 47 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 164 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 103 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 64 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Babaliapada
Babaliapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amarpura | North | 0.52 km |
| Ruparel Jamli | North | 1.16 km |
| Junakheda | East | 1.42 km |
| Lalrundi | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Sagadia | West | 2.23 km |
| Sand Ka Naka | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Ajab Borali | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Bawdi | North | 2.75 km |
| Kachbi | South | 2.87 km |
| Pannas | South-West | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babaliapada
The nearest railway station is Panch Pipila, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Babaliapada is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Babaliapada 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.
FAQs about Babaliapada
Where is Babaliapada located?
Babaliapada village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babaliapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Babaliapada is Jamli.
What is the pincode of Babaliapada?
The pincode of Babaliapada is 457773.
What is the population of Babaliapada?
Babaliapada had a total population of 243, including 167 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Babaliapada?
Babaliapada had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babaliapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babaliapada was 80.54%. Male literacy was 85.83% and female literacy was 70.77%.