Babuchipidihi - Laikera, Jharsuguda
Babuchipidihi is a village situated in the Laikera tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Laikera and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Babuchhipidihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babuchipidihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babuchipidihi is 381155. The village covers a total geographical area of 1271 hectares and falls under the 768221 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Babuchipidihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babuchipidihi
As per Census 2011, Babuchipidihi village has a total population of 1,759 people, consisting of 871 males and 888 females. The village has 421 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,133 literate and 626 illiterate residents. Additionally, 281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,169 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babuchipidihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,759 | 871 | 888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 102 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 139 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,169 | 580 | 589 |
| Literate Population | 1,133 | 633 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 626 | 238 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Babuchipidihi
Babuchipidihi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routbahal | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Baiganbud | West | 2.35 km |
| Jammal | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Sikipani | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Naik Karla | North | 3.23 km |
| Karla | North | 3.70 km |
| Banki | West | 3.95 km |
| Dudukabahal | South | 4.16 km |
| Ramchipidihi | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Rabanadihi | North-West | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babuchipidihi
Babuchipidihi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dharuadihi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.4 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Babuchipidihi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babuchipidihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babuchipidihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Babuchipidihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babuchipidihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babuchipidihi
Where is Babuchipidihi located?
Babuchipidihi village is located in Laikera Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babuchipidihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Babuchipidihi is Babuchhipidihi.
What is the pincode of Babuchipidihi?
The pincode of Babuchipidihi is 768221.
What is the population of Babuchipidihi?
Babuchipidihi has a total population of 1,759, including 871 males and 888 females.
How many households are there in Babuchipidihi?
There are 421 households in Babuchipidihi.
What is the literacy rate in Babuchipidihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babuchipidihi is 64.41%. Male literacy is 72.68% and female literacy is 56.31%.