Babhulsar Kh. - Shirur, Pune
Babhulsar Kh. is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Babhulsar Kh. village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhulsar Kh. is 555621. The village covers a total geographical area of 1748.3 hectares and falls under the 412220 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Babhulsar Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babhulsar Kh.
According to the 2011 Census, Babhulsar Kh. village had a total population of 1,792 people, including 926 males and 866 females, living in 360 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.73%, with male literacy at 88.82% and female literacy at 70.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 1,792 | 926 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 130 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 110 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,231 | 707 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 219 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Babhulsar Kh.
Babhulsar Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhambarde | South | 3.07 km |
| Karegaon | North | 3.47 km |
| Karde | East | 4.43 km |
| Ranjangaon Ganpati | West | 5.75 km |
| Karanjavane | South-West | 5.83 km |
| Dhok Sangavi | North-West | 6.15 km |
| Dahiwadi | South | 6.91 km |
| Ambale | South-East | 7.42 km |
| Nimgaon Bhogi | North-West | 8.19 km |
| Golegaon | East | 8.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babhulsar Kh.
Babhulsar Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Yevat, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.8 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 Shirur to Babhulsar Kh. is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Babhulsar Kh. is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babhulsar Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhulsar Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Babhulsar Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babhulsar Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babhulsar Kh.
Where is Babhulsar Kh. located?
Babhulsar Kh. village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Babhulsar Kh.?
Babhulsar Kh. is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babhulsar Kh.?
The pincode of Babhulsar Kh. is 412220.
What is the population of Babhulsar Kh.?
Babhulsar Kh. had a total population of 1,792, including 926 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Babhulsar Kh.?
Babhulsar Kh. had 360 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babhulsar Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhulsar Kh. was 79.73%. Male literacy was 88.82% and female literacy was 70.05%.