Babai - Partur, Jalna
Babai is a village situated in the Partur tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Partur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Babai village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babai is 548024. The village covers a total geographical area of 500 hectares and falls under the 431207 pincode. Partur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Babai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babai
According to the 2011 Census, Babai village had a total population of 978 people, including 512 males and 466 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.74%, with male literacy at 83.48% and female literacy at 56.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 33.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 978 | 512 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 70 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 23 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 602 | 369 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 143 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Babai
Babai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kautha | West | 2.82 km |
| Viregaon | North | 2.96 km |
| Ghetuli | East | 3.13 km |
| Chitli Putli | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Ranjaniwadi | West | 4.00 km |
| Dolhara | South-East | 4.03 km |
| Ranjani | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Dambri | North-East | 5.26 km |
| Babultara | East | 5.28 km |
| Kawjawala | South | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babai
Public transport in the Babai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranjani, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Partur to Babai is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Babai 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 Babai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Babai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babai 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 Babai
Where is Babai located?
Babai village is located in Partur Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Babai?
Babai is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babai?
The pincode of Babai is 431207.
What is the population of Babai?
Babai had a total population of 978, including 512 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Babai?
Babai had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babai was 70.74%. Male literacy was 83.48% and female literacy was 56.97%.