Babulgaon - Kandhar, Nanded
Babulgaon is a village situated in the Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kandhar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Babhulgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babulgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babulgaon is 545327. The village covers a total geographical area of 562.35 hectares and falls under the 431714 pincode. Kandhar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Babulgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babulgaon
As per Census 2011, Babulgaon village has a total population of 1,432 people, consisting of 759 males and 673 females. The village has 249 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 226 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 872 literate and 560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 244 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babulgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,432 | 759 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 129 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 131 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 872 | 528 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 560 | 231 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Babulgaon
Babulgaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Babulgaon
Babulgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kandhar to Babulgaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Babulgaon 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 Babulgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babulgaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Babulgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babulgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Babulgaon
Where is Babulgaon located?
Babulgaon village is located in Kandhar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babulgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Babulgaon is Babhulgaon.
What is the pincode of Babulgaon?
The pincode of Babulgaon is 431714.
What is the population of Babulgaon?
Babulgaon has a total population of 1,432, including 759 males and 673 females.
How many households are there in Babulgaon?
There are 249 households in Babulgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Babulgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babulgaon is 60.89%. Male literacy is 69.57% and female literacy is 51.11%.