Babtara - Vaijapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Babtara is a village situated in the Vaijapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from Vaijapur and around 90 km from Aurangabad. Babtara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babtara is 549151. The village covers a total geographical area of 1117.87 hectares and falls under the 423701 pincode. Vaijapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Babtara 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 Babtara
As per Census 2011, Babtara village has a total population of 1,427 people, consisting of 715 males and 712 females. The village has 318 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 961 literate and 466 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babtara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,427 | 715 | 712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 92 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 96 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 54 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 961 | 518 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 197 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Babtara
Babtara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhganga | East | 1.97 km |
| Purangaon | East | 3.60 km |
| Dongaon | South | 3.74 km |
| Dhotre | North | 4.68 km |
| Hingoni | East | 4.75 km |
| Khopadi | North-East | 4.99 km |
| Narayanpur | East | 5.63 km |
| Kanhegaon | North-West | 6.01 km |
| Bhojade | North-West | 6.35 km |
| Bhaur | North-East | 6.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babtara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Babtara. The nearest railway station is Kanhegaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vaijapur to Babtara is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Babtara is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babtara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babtara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Babtara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babtara 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 Babtara
Where is Babtara located?
Babtara village is located in Vaijapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babtara?
Babtara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babtara?
The pincode of Babtara is 423701.
What is the population of Babtara?
Babtara has a total population of 1,427, including 715 males and 712 females.
How many households are there in Babtara?
There are 318 households in Babtara.
What is the literacy rate in Babtara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babtara is 67.34%. Male literacy is 72.45% and female literacy is 62.22%.