Babasaheb Nagar - Mahagaon, Yavatmal
Babasaheb Nagar is a village situated in the Mahagaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahagaon and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Pokhari I serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babasaheb Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babasaheb Nagar is 543109. The village covers a total geographical area of 686 hectares and falls under the 445205 pincode. Pusad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Babasaheb Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pusad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babasaheb Nagar
As per Census 2011, Babasaheb Nagar village has a total population of 2,398 people, consisting of 1,239 males and 1,159 females. The village has 523 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 407 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,312 literate and 1,086 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 681 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babasaheb Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,398 | 1,239 | 1,159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 209 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 681 | 347 | 334 |
| Literate Population | 1,312 | 797 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,086 | 442 | 644 |
Nearby Villages of Babasaheb Nagar
Babasaheb Nagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vasantnagar | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Hiwara | South | 2.48 km |
| Leva | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Ijani | East | 3.05 km |
| Pedhi E. | West | 3.07 km |
| Pokhari (i) | North | 3.14 km |
| Sudhakar Nagar | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Bondhara | West | 3.82 km |
| Kondari (i) | North | 4.17 km |
| Gaul Kh. | South | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babasaheb Nagar
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Babasaheb Nagar. The nearest railway station is Ambari, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pusad to Babasaheb Nagar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Babasaheb Nagar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babasaheb Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babasaheb Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Babasaheb Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babasaheb Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babasaheb Nagar
Where is Babasaheb Nagar located?
Babasaheb Nagar village is located in Mahagaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babasaheb Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Babasaheb Nagar is Pokhari I.
What is the pincode of Babasaheb Nagar?
The pincode of Babasaheb Nagar is 445205.
What is the population of Babasaheb Nagar?
Babasaheb Nagar has a total population of 2,398, including 1,239 males and 1,159 females.
How many households are there in Babasaheb Nagar?
There are 523 households in Babasaheb Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Babasaheb Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babasaheb Nagar is 54.71%. Male literacy is 64.33% and female literacy is 44.43%.