Babai Kalan - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Babai Kalan is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babai Kalan is 490855. The village covers a total geographical area of 773.46 hectares and falls under the 487881 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Babai Kalan is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babai Kalan
As per Census 2011, Babai Kalan village has a total population of 8,008 people, consisting of 4,154 males and 3,854 females. The village has 1,755 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 982 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,620 literate and 2,388 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,804 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 183 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babai Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,008 | 4,154 | 3,854 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 982 | 518 | 464 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,804 | 931 | 873 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 96 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 5,620 | 3,149 | 2,471 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,388 | 1,005 | 1,383 |
Nearby Villages of Babai Kalan
Babai Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramgarh | South | 1.71 km |
| Kankron | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Bagoda | West | 1.86 km |
| Babai Khurd | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Khajuriya | East | 2.41 km |
| Bisloni | South | 3.05 km |
| Saidpur | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Chilpahadi | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Mahuakheda | East | 3.24 km |
| Dhamonipura | North-East | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babai Kalan
The nearest railway station is Khurai, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gadarwara to Babai Kalan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Babai Kalan 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.
FAQs about Babai Kalan
Where is Babai Kalan located?
Babai Kalan village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Babai Kalan?
The pincode of Babai Kalan is 487881.
What is the population of Babai Kalan?
Babai Kalan has a total population of 8,008, including 4,154 males and 3,854 females.
How many households are there in Babai Kalan?
There are 1,755 households in Babai Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Babai Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babai Kalan is 70.18%. Male literacy is 75.81% and female literacy is 64.12%.