Babujanga - Kishannagar, Cuttack
Babujanga is a village situated in the Kishannagar tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishannagar and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Babujanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babujanga is 399988. The village covers a total geographical area of 471 hectares and falls under the 754134 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Babujanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Cuttack sadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babujanga
As per Census 2011, Babujanga village has a total population of 2,895 people, consisting of 1,466 males and 1,429 females. The village has 678 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,335 literate and 560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babujanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,895 | 1,466 | 1,429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 146 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 133 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 2,335 | 1,252 | 1,083 |
| Illiterate Population | 560 | 214 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Babujanga
Babujanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parikusamandal | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Bodhagan | South | 1.17 km |
| Charirakaba | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Barimula | South | 2.06 km |
| Jhadeswarpur | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Dulupur | East | 2.41 km |
| Kamapur | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Nagaspur | North | 2.51 km |
| Safipur | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Sahaspur | South-East | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babujanga
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Babujanga. The nearest railway station is Banbihari Gwalipur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Babujanga is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Babujanga is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babujanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babujanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Babujanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babujanga 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babujanga
Where is Babujanga located?
Babujanga village is located in Kishannagar Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babujanga?
Babujanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babujanga?
The pincode of Babujanga is 754134.
What is the population of Babujanga?
Babujanga has a total population of 2,895, including 1,466 males and 1,429 females.
How many households are there in Babujanga?
There are 678 households in Babujanga.
What is the literacy rate in Babujanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babujanga is 80.66%. Male literacy is 85.40% and female literacy is 75.79%.