Babhulgaon - Malshiras, Solapur
Babhulgaon is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Babhulgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhulgaon is 562471. The village covers a total geographical area of 720.28 hectares and falls under the 413108 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Babhulgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babhulgaon
As per Census 2011, Babhulgaon village has a total population of 1,857 people, consisting of 983 males and 874 females. The village has 365 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,333 literate and 524 illiterate residents. Additionally, 330 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babhulgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,857 | 983 | 874 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 109 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 180 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,333 | 774 | 559 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 209 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Babhulgaon
Babhulgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sangam | West | 2.03 km |
| Wafegaon | East | 2.73 km |
| Mitkalwadi | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Wagholi | South | 3.02 km |
| Malegaon | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Ganeshgaon | South-West | 4.27 km |
| Kanhapuri | South-East | 4.41 km |
| Shevare | North | 4.90 km |
| Narsingpur | North-West | 5.47 km |
| Umbare | South-East | 6.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babhulgaon
Babhulgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Padsali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.8 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 Pandharpur to Babhulgaon is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Babhulgaon is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babhulgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhulgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Babhulgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babhulgaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Babhulgaon
Where is Babhulgaon located?
Babhulgaon village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babhulgaon?
Babhulgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babhulgaon?
The pincode of Babhulgaon is 413108.
What is the population of Babhulgaon?
Babhulgaon has a total population of 1,857, including 983 males and 874 females.
How many households are there in Babhulgaon?
There are 365 households in Babhulgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Babhulgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhulgaon is 71.78%. Male literacy is 78.74% and female literacy is 63.96%.