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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Babulgaon village had a total population of 1,432 people, including 759 males and 673 females, living in 249 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.31%, with male literacy at 83.81% and female literacy at 59.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 244, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Babulgaon?
The Village Panchayat of Babulgaon is Babhulgaon.
What is the pincode of Babulgaon?
The pincode of Babulgaon is 431714.
What is the population of Babulgaon?
Babulgaon had a total population of 1,432, including 759 males and 673 females.
How many households are there in Babulgaon?
Babulgaon had 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babulgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babulgaon was 72.31%. Male literacy was 83.81% and female literacy was 59.72%.