Babhulgaon - Bhokardan, Jalna
Babhulgaon is a village situated in the Bhokardan tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhokardan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Babhulgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhulgaon is 547318. The village covers a total geographical area of 927.68 hectares and falls under the 431114 pincode. Bhokardan is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Babhulgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badnapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babhulgaon
As per Census 2011, Babhulgaon village has a total population of 2,103 people, consisting of 1,105 males and 998 females. The village has 479 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,280 literate and 823 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babhulgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,103 | 1,105 | 998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 168 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 86 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 1,280 | 769 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 336 | 487 |
Nearby Villages of Babhulgaon
Babhulgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chorhala | West | 1.53 km |
| Sipora Bazar | East | 2.50 km |
| Lingewadi | South | 2.74 km |
| Dautpur | East | 2.81 km |
| Viregaon | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Bhaydi | North | 3.48 km |
| Masanpur | West | 3.63 km |
| Kodoli | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Borgaon (jahagir) | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Nimbola | North | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babhulgaon
Babhulgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badnapur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhokardan to Babhulgaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Babhulgaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babhulgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhulgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Babhulgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babhulgaon 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Babhulgaon
Where is Babhulgaon located?
Babhulgaon village is located in Bhokardan Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babhulgaon?
Babhulgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babhulgaon?
The pincode of Babhulgaon is 431114.
What is the population of Babhulgaon?
Babhulgaon has a total population of 2,103, including 1,105 males and 998 females.
How many households are there in Babhulgaon?
There are 479 households in Babhulgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Babhulgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhulgaon is 60.87%. Male literacy is 69.59% and female literacy is 51.20%.