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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Babhulkheda village has a total population of 383 people, consisting of 192 males and 191 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 243 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babhulkheda are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Babhulkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Babhulkheda is Babhulkhada.
What is the pincode of Babhulkheda?
The pincode of Babhulkheda is 431115.
What is the population of Babhulkheda?
Babhulkheda has a total population of 383, including 192 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Babhulkheda?
There are 86 households in Babhulkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Babhulkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhulkheda is 63.45%. Male literacy is 67.71% and female literacy is 59.16%.