Babupali - Binika, Sonepur
Babupali is a village situated in the Binika tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from Binika and around 47 km from Subarnapur. Babupali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babupali is 419037. The village covers a total geographical area of 617 hectares and falls under the 767045 pincode. Binika is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babupali
According to the 2011 Census, Babupali village had a total population of 2,126 people, including 1,119 males and 1,007 females, living in 566 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.85%, with male literacy at 82.29% and female literacy at 64.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 700, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 268.
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 | 2,126 | 1,119 | 1,007 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 114 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 700 | 367 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 136 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 1,415 | 827 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 711 | 292 | 419 |
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
Babupali 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Binika to Babupali is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Babupali is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Babupali
Where is Babupali located?
Babupali village is located in Binika Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babupali?
Babupali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babupali?
The pincode of Babupali is 767045.
What is the population of Babupali?
Babupali had a total population of 2,126, including 1,119 males and 1,007 females.
How many households are there in Babupali?
Babupali had 566 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babupali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babupali was 73.85%. Male literacy was 82.29% and female literacy was 64.54%.