Babubundel - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Babubundel is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babubundel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babubundel is 424396. The village covers a total geographical area of 6 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Babubundel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babubundel
According to the 2011 Census, Babubundel village had a total population of 41 people, including 19 males and 22 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,158 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.53%, with male literacy at 21.43% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 16 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Babubundel
Babubundel 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 Babubundel
Babubundel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhawanipatna to Babubundel is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babubundel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babubundel 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Babubundel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babubundel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babubundel
Where is Babubundel located?
Babubundel village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babubundel?
The Gram Panchayat of Babubundel is Gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Babubundel?
The pincode of Babubundel is 766037.
What is the population of Babubundel?
Babubundel had a total population of 41, including 19 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Babubundel?
Babubundel had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babubundel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babubundel was 23.53%. Male literacy was 21.43% and female literacy was 25.00%.