Babhulgaon - Pandharpur, Solapur
Babhulgaon is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Babhulgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhulgaon is 562355. The village covers a total geographical area of 1912 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babhulgaon
As per Census 2011, Babhulgaon village has a total population of 3,327 people, consisting of 1,783 males and 1,544 females. The village has 663 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 399 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,319 literate and 1,008 illiterate residents. Additionally, 609 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babhulgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,327 | 1,783 | 1,544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 237 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 609 | 325 | 284 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,319 | 1,330 | 989 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,008 | 453 | 555 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narayan Chincholi | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Ropale | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Mendhapur | North-West | 4.49 km |
| Adhiv | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Degaon | South | 5.80 km |
| Ishwar Wathar | South-East | 5.96 km |
| Tungat | East | 6.34 km |
| Gursale | South-West | 6.38 km |
| Chilaiwadi | West | 6.55 km |
| Kharatwadi | North | 7.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babhulgaon
Babhulgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Babhulgoan, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Babhulgaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Babhulgaon 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 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Babhulgaon
Where is Babhulgaon located?
Babhulgaon village is located in Pandharpur 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 413304.
What is the population of Babhulgaon?
Babhulgaon has a total population of 3,327, including 1,783 males and 1,544 females.
How many households are there in Babhulgaon?
There are 663 households in Babhulgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Babhulgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhulgaon is 69.70%. Male literacy is 74.59% and female literacy is 64.05%.