Babai - Kurai, Seoni
Babai is a village situated in the Kurai tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurai and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Chikhli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babai is 497208. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.48 hectares and falls under the 480881 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 49 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 729 people, consisting of 363 males and 366 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 469 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 322 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 729 | 363 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 322 | 155 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 261 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 102 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Babai
Babai 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 Babai
Babai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seoni to Babai is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | 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 Babai
Where is Babai located?
Babai village is located in Kurai Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babai?
The Gram Panchayat of Babai is Chikhli.
What is the pincode of Babai?
The pincode of Babai is 480881.
What is the population of Babai?
Babai has a total population of 729, including 363 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Babai?
There are 188 households in Babai.
What is the literacy rate in Babai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babai is 64.33%. Male literacy is 71.90% and female literacy is 56.83%.