Babbar - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Babbar is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Labbar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babbar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babbar is 031317. The village covers a total geographical area of 712 hectares and falls under the 146108 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Babbar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babbar
As per Census 2011, Babbar village has a total population of 603 people, consisting of 289 males and 314 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 451 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babbar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 603 | 289 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 70 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 451 | 222 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 67 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Babbar
Babbar 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 Babbar
Babbar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Babbar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babbar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babbar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Babbar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babbar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Babbar
Where is Babbar located?
Babbar village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babbar?
The Gram Panchayat of Babbar is Labbar.
What is the pincode of Babbar?
The pincode of Babbar is 146108.
What is the population of Babbar?
Babbar has a total population of 603, including 289 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Babbar?
There are 140 households in Babbar.
What is the literacy rate in Babbar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babbar is 74.79%. Male literacy is 76.82% and female literacy is 72.93%.