Babookheda - Malhargarh, Mandsaur
Babookheda is a village situated in the Malhargarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malhargarh and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Babukheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babookheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babookheda is 469219. The village covers a total geographical area of 331 hectares and falls under the 458664 pincode. Narayangarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Babookheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malhargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babookheda
As per Census 2011, Babookheda village has a total population of 930 people, consisting of 465 males and 465 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 584 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babookheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 930 | 465 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 60 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 584 | 341 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 124 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Babookheda
Babookheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaoli | East | 1.34 km |
| Ujagariya | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Dhikanya | South | 1.93 km |
| Lunaheda | North | 3.08 km |
| Thadod | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Belala | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Deori | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Haripura | South | 4.21 km |
| Sindpan | South | 4.30 km |
| Kamlya | East | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babookheda
Babookheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Piplia, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.0 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayangarh to Babookheda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Babookheda is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babookheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babookheda 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 Babookheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babookheda 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 Babookheda
Where is Babookheda located?
Babookheda village is located in Malhargarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babookheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Babookheda is Babukheda.
What is the pincode of Babookheda?
The pincode of Babookheda is 458664.
What is the population of Babookheda?
Babookheda has a total population of 930, including 465 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Babookheda?
There are 213 households in Babookheda.
What is the literacy rate in Babookheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babookheda is 62.80%. Male literacy is 73.33% and female literacy is 52.26%.