Baflun - Surgana, Nashik
Baflun is a village situated in the Surgana tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surgana and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Kathipada serves as the Village Panchayat for Baflun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baflun is 549634. The village covers a total geographical area of 471.11 hectares and falls under the 422211 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Baflun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baflun
According to the 2011 Census, Baflun village had a total population of 845 people, including 427 males and 418 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.47%, with male literacy at 62.39% and female literacy at 46.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 843.
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 | 845 | 427 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 84 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 843 | 427 | 416 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 214 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 213 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Baflun
Baflun 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dodipada | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Torandongri | East | 2.06 km |
| Mhaiskhadak | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Wangan Sule | South | 2.14 km |
| Patali (pa) | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Umbarthan | North | 3.67 km |
| Payarpada | South-East | 4.18 km |
| Alangun | East | 4.24 km |
| Kathipada | North-East | 4.32 km |
| Sule (va) | South-West | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baflun
Baflun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.4 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 Nashik to Baflun is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baflun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baflun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baflun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baflun 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Baflun
Where is Baflun located?
Baflun village is located in Surgana Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Baflun?
The Village Panchayat of Baflun is Kathipada.
What is the pincode of Baflun?
The pincode of Baflun is 422211.
What is the population of Baflun?
Baflun had a total population of 845, including 427 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Baflun?
Baflun had 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baflun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baflun was 54.47%. Male literacy was 62.39% and female literacy was 46.72%.