Babhale - Shahapur, Thane
Babhale is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Babhale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhale is 552850. The village covers a total geographical area of 269 hectares and falls under the 421403 pincode. Bhiwandi Nizampur is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Babhale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babhale
As per Census 2011, Babhale village has a total population of 730 people, consisting of 368 males and 362 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 536 literate and 194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babhale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 730 | 368 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 306 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 62 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Babhale
Babhale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sheel | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Partoli | North | 1.94 km |
| Cherwali | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Kinhavali | East | 2.41 km |
| Mugaon | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Gegaon | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Shivajinagar | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Asnoli | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Umbhrai | North | 3.49 km |
| Chikhalgaon | East | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babhale
Public transport in the Babhale is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Asangaon, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.5 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 Bhiwandi Nizampur to Babhale is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Babhale is about 60 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 Babhale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Babhale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babhale 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Babhale
Where is Babhale located?
Babhale village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babhale?
Babhale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babhale?
The pincode of Babhale is 421403.
What is the population of Babhale?
Babhale has a total population of 730, including 368 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Babhale?
There are 150 households in Babhale.
What is the literacy rate in Babhale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhale is 73.42%. Male literacy is 83.15% and female literacy is 63.54%.