Babapur - Karanja, Washim
Babapur is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Kamargaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Babapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babapur is 530881. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.43 hectares and falls under the 444110 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Babapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babapur
According to the 2011 Census, Babapur village had a total population of 250 people, including 129 males and 121 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.41%, with male literacy at 94.87% and female literacy at 89.72%.
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 | 250 | 129 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 111 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 18 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Babapur
Babapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hasanapur | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Takali Kh | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Kamargaon | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Jalalpur | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Murtijapur | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Bembla | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Haibatpur | West | 3.77 km |
| Kurhad | East | 3.92 km |
| Mhasala | North-East | 4.74 km |
| Aurangapur | South-East | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babapur
Babapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mana, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 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 Karanja to Babapur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Babapur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Babapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Babapur
Where is Babapur located?
Babapur village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Babapur?
The Village Panchayat of Babapur is Kamargaon.
What is the pincode of Babapur?
The pincode of Babapur is 444110.
What is the population of Babapur?
Babapur had a total population of 250, including 129 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Babapur?
Babapur had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babapur was 92.41%. Male literacy was 94.87% and female literacy was 89.72%.