Babalad - Akkalkot, Solapur
Babalad is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Bablad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babalad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babalad is 562922. The village covers a total geographical area of 1484.39 hectares and falls under the 413220 pincode. Dudhani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Babalad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babalad
As per Census 2011, Babalad village has a total population of 1,835 people, consisting of 922 males and 913 females. The village has 337 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,014 literate and 821 illiterate residents. Additionally, 244 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babalad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,835 | 922 | 913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 127 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 118 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,014 | 605 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 821 | 317 | 504 |
Nearby Villages of Babalad
Babalad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jevargi(b) | South | 2.67 km |
| Andewadi (jahangir ) | North | 2.70 km |
| Boroti Kh. | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Jevargi (k) | South-East | 4.57 km |
| Sevanagar | North-West | 4.87 km |
| Telloni | South | 5.19 km |
| Boroti Bk | North-West | 5.39 km |
| Ruddewadi | North-East | 5.56 km |
| Talewad | North | 5.60 km |
| Nanderga | South-East | 6.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babalad
Babalad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Boroti, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dudhani to Babalad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Babalad is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babalad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babalad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Babalad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babalad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babalad
Where is Babalad located?
Babalad village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babalad?
The Gram Panchayat of Babalad is Bablad.
What is the pincode of Babalad?
The pincode of Babalad is 413220.
What is the population of Babalad?
Babalad has a total population of 1,835, including 922 males and 913 females.
How many households are there in Babalad?
There are 337 households in Babalad.
What is the literacy rate in Babalad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babalad is 55.26%. Male literacy is 65.62% and female literacy is 44.80%.