Babai
Babai is a village located in Goregaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Goregaon (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Babai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Babai unique in its vibrant Goregaon-Gondiya region. You’ll see Babai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Babai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Babai is 537694. The village spans a total geographical area of 414.21 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Babai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Babai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Babai
Population of Babai
According to the 2011 Census, Babai has a total population of about 1,362, with approximately 676 males and 686 females. The sex ratio is around 1014 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 144 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 45 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 143. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.70%, with male literacy at about 76.92% and female literacy near 64.58%. There are around 295 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Babai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,362 | 676 | 686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 74 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 71 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 963 | 520 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 156 | 243 |
Connectivity of Babai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Babai. As per the 2011 stats, Babai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Babai
Knowing the nearby villages of Babai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Babai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Babai
- Where is Babai located?
- Babai village is situated in Goregaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Babai?
- Babai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Babai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Babai is 1,362, with 676 males and 686 females.
- How many households are there in Babai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Babai village has a total of 295 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Babai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Babai is 70.70%. The male literacy rate is 76.92%, while the female literacy rate is 64.58%.