Babarapur - Purushottampur, Ganjam
Babarapur is a village situated in the Purushottampur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Purusottampur and around 48 km from Chatrapur. Arakhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babarapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babarapur is 412186. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 761041 pincode. Purusottampur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Babarapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babarapur
As per Census 2011, Babarapur village has a total population of 215 people, consisting of 115 males and 100 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babarapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 215 | 115 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 145 | 90 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 25 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Babarapur
Babarapur 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 Babarapur
Public transport in the Babarapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purusottampur to Babarapur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Babarapur is about 48 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 Babarapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babarapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Babarapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babarapur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Babarapur
Where is Babarapur located?
Babarapur village is located in Purushottampur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babarapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Babarapur is Arakhapur.
What is the pincode of Babarapur?
The pincode of Babarapur is 761041.
What is the population of Babarapur?
Babarapur has a total population of 215, including 115 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Babarapur?
There are 50 households in Babarapur.
What is the literacy rate in Babarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babarapur is 67.44%. Male literacy is 78.26% and female literacy is 55.00%.