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.
Babai has its own place in the vibrant Gondiya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Babai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Babai village:
- The total population of Babai village is around 1,362, including approximately 676 males and 686 females, with a sex ratio of 1014 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 144 children aged 0–6 years in Babai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Babai village has 45 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 143 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Babai village is about 70.70%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 64.58%.
- There are around 295 households in Babai village.
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%.