Babehudi - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Babehudi is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sankhaposh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babehudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babehudi is 384813. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Babehudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babehudi
According to the 2011 Census, Babehudi village had a total population of 263 people, including 133 males and 130 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.57%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 41.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 258.
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 | 263 | 133 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 258 | 130 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 81 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 52 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Babehudi
Babehudi 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 Babehudi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Babehudi.
| 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 Raurkela to Babehudi is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Babehudi is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babehudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babehudi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Babehudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babehudi 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 Babehudi
Where is Babehudi located?
Babehudi village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babehudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Babehudi is Sankhaposh.
What is the pincode of Babehudi?
The pincode of Babehudi is 770040.
What is the population of Babehudi?
Babehudi had a total population of 263, including 133 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Babehudi?
Babehudi had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babehudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babehudi was 58.57%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 41.18%.