Babarmachi - Karad, Satara
Babarmachi is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Babarmachi S Gad serves as the Village Panchayat for Babarmachi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babarmachi is 564551. The village covers a total geographical area of 382 hectares and falls under the 415105 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Babarmachi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karad North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babarmachi
According to the 2011 Census, Babarmachi village had a total population of 1,604 people, including 826 males and 778 females, living in 364 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.38%, with male literacy at 90.34% and female literacy at 80.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 1,604 | 826 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 81 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 38 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,226 | 673 | 553 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 153 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Babarmachi
Babarmachi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajmachi | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Tembhu | South | 2.11 km |
| Hajarmachi | West | 2.24 km |
| Sayapur | West | 2.90 km |
| Surli | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Khambale Aundh | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Vanvasmachi (sadashivgad) | West | 3.76 km |
| Koregaon | South | 4.15 km |
| Virvade | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Karavadi | North-West | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babarmachi
Babarmachi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karad, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Babarmachi is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Babarmachi is about 59 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 Babarmachi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babarmachi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Babarmachi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babarmachi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Babarmachi
Where is Babarmachi located?
Babarmachi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Babarmachi?
The Village Panchayat of Babarmachi is Babarmachi S Gad.
What is the pincode of Babarmachi?
The pincode of Babarmachi is 415105.
What is the population of Babarmachi?
Babarmachi had a total population of 1,604, including 826 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Babarmachi?
Babarmachi had 364 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babarmachi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babarmachi was 85.38%. Male literacy was 90.34% and female literacy was 80.03%.