Babupali - Komna, Nuapada
Babupali is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Thagapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babupali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babupali is 421817. The village covers a total geographical area of 521 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Babupali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babupali
According to the 2011 Census, Babupali village had a total population of 829 people, including 391 males and 438 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 1,120 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.72%, with male literacy at 64.33% and female literacy at 30.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 181, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 503.
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 | 829 | 391 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 63 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 91 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 503 | 229 | 274 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 211 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 180 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Babupali
Babupali 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 Babupali
Public transport in the Babupali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Babupali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Khariar Road to Babupali is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Babupali 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 Babupali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babupali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Babupali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babupali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babupali
Where is Babupali located?
Babupali village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babupali?
The Gram Panchayat of Babupali is Thagapali.
What is the pincode of Babupali?
The pincode of Babupali is 766106.
What is the population of Babupali?
Babupali had a total population of 829, including 391 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Babupali?
Babupali had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babupali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babupali was 46.72%. Male literacy was 64.33% and female literacy was 30.64%.