Bablai - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Bablai is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Bablai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bablai is 476903. The village covers a total geographical area of 336.27 hectares and falls under the 451220 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bablai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bablai
According to the 2011 Census, Bablai village had a total population of 1,538 people, including 748 males and 790 females, living in 383 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.46%, with male literacy at 81.79% and female literacy at 61.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,022.
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 | 1,538 | 748 | 790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 111 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 43 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,022 | 487 | 535 |
| Literate Population | 944 | 521 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 594 | 227 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Bablai
Bablai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bablai
Bablai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandleshwar to Bablai is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Bablai is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bablai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bablai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bablai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bablai 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bablai
Where is Bablai located?
Bablai village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bablai?
Bablai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bablai?
The pincode of Bablai is 451220.
What is the population of Bablai?
Bablai had a total population of 1,538, including 748 males and 790 females.
How many households are there in Bablai?
Bablai had 383 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bablai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bablai was 71.46%. Male literacy was 81.79% and female literacy was 61.84%.