Babalpur - Bhandari Pokhari, Bhadrak
Babalpur is a village situated in the Bhandari Pokhari tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhandari Pokhari and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Jhutuna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babalpur is 394470. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 756121 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Babalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhandaripokhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Babalpur village had a total population of 524 people, including 261 males and 263 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.70%, with male literacy at 98.30% and female literacy at 97.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 524 | 261 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 231 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 30 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Babalpur
Babalpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Babalpur
Babalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Babalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Babalpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Babalpur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Babalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babalpur 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 Babalpur
Where is Babalpur located?
Babalpur village is located in Bhandari Pokhari Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Babalpur is Jhutuna.
What is the pincode of Babalpur?
The pincode of Babalpur is 756121.
What is the population of Babalpur?
Babalpur had a total population of 524, including 261 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Babalpur?
Babalpur had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babalpur was 97.70%. Male literacy was 98.30% and female literacy was 97.12%.