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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Babhulgaon village had a total population of 3,327 people, including 1,783 males and 1,544 females, living in 663 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.20%, with male literacy at 86.03% and female literacy at 71.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 609, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Babhulgaon?
Babhulgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babhulgaon?
The pincode of Babhulgaon is 413304.
What is the population of Babhulgaon?
Babhulgaon had a total population of 3,327, including 1,783 males and 1,544 females.
How many households are there in Babhulgaon?
Babhulgaon had 663 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babhulgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhulgaon was 79.20%. Male literacy was 86.03% and female literacy was 71.56%.