Babupali - Ulunda, Sonepur
Babupali is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Biramaharajpur and around 4 km from Subarnapur. Kalapathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babupali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babupali is 419330. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 25 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 474 people, including 244 males and 230 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.90%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 71.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59.
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 | 474 | 244 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 34 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 180 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 64 | 81 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Babupali is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Babupali is about 4 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 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babupali
Where is Babupali located?
Babupali village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babupali?
The Gram Panchayat of Babupali is Kalapathar.
What is the pincode of Babupali?
The pincode of Babupali is 767018.
What is the population of Babupali?
Babupali had a total population of 474, including 244 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Babupali?
Babupali had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babupali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babupali was 78.90%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 71.98%.