Babhulkheda - Vaijapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Babhulkheda is a village situated in the Vaijapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Vaijapur and around 50 km from Aurangabad. Babhulkhada serves as the Village Panchayat for Babhulkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhulkheda is 549043. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 431115 pincode. Vaijapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Babhulkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babhulkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Babhulkheda village had a total population of 383 people, including 192 males and 191 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.70%, with male literacy at 84.42% and female literacy at 67.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 383 | 192 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 38 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 27 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 130 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 62 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Babhulkheda
Babhulkheda 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 Babhulkheda
Public transport in the Babhulkheda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vaijapur to Babhulkheda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Babhulkheda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babhulkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhulkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Babhulkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babhulkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Babhulkheda
Where is Babhulkheda located?
Babhulkheda village is located in Vaijapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Babhulkheda?
The Village Panchayat of Babhulkheda is Babhulkhada.
What is the pincode of Babhulkheda?
The pincode of Babhulkheda is 431115.
What is the population of Babhulkheda?
Babhulkheda had a total population of 383, including 192 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Babhulkheda?
Babhulkheda had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babhulkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhulkheda was 75.70%. Male literacy was 84.42% and female literacy was 67.66%.