Babhulwandi - Akole, Ahilyanagar
Babhulwandi is a village situated in the Akole tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from Akola and around 148 km from Ahmadnagar. Babhulwandi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhulwandi is 557134. The village covers a total geographical area of 943.28 hectares and falls under the 422601 pincode. Sangamner is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Babhulwandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babhulwandi
According to the 2011 Census, Babhulwandi village had a total population of 1,477 people, including 744 males and 733 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.56%, with male literacy at 79.18% and female literacy at 57.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,223.
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 | 1,477 | 744 | 733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 110 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,223 | 617 | 606 |
| Literate Population | 859 | 502 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 242 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Babhulwandi
Babhulwandi 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 Babhulwandi
Public transport in the Babhulwandi is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sangamner to Babhulwandi is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Babhulwandi is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babhulwandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhulwandi 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 Babhulwandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babhulwandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babhulwandi
Where is Babhulwandi located?
Babhulwandi village is located in Akole Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Babhulwandi?
Babhulwandi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babhulwandi?
The pincode of Babhulwandi is 422601.
What is the population of Babhulwandi?
Babhulwandi had a total population of 1,477, including 744 males and 733 females.
How many households are there in Babhulwandi?
Babhulwandi had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babhulwandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhulwandi was 68.56%. Male literacy was 79.18% and female literacy was 57.67%.