Babaja - Jatani, Khordha
Babaja is a village situated in the Jatani tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jatani and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Taraboi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babaja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babaja is 407833. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 752050 pincode. Jatani is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Babaja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babaja
According to the 2011 Census, Babaja village had a total population of 1,125 people, including 599 males and 526 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.88%, with male literacy at 93.35% and female literacy at 86.02%.
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 | 1,125 | 599 | 526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 73 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 897 | 491 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 108 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Babaja
Babaja 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 Babaja
Babaja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Babaja.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jatani to Babaja is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Babaja is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babaja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babaja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Babaja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babaja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Babaja
Where is Babaja located?
Babaja village is located in Jatani Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babaja?
The Gram Panchayat of Babaja is Taraboi.
What is the pincode of Babaja?
The pincode of Babaja is 752050.
What is the population of Babaja?
Babaja had a total population of 1,125, including 599 males and 526 females.
How many households are there in Babaja?
Babaja had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babaja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babaja was 89.88%. Male literacy was 93.35% and female literacy was 86.02%.