Babak - Tanda, Hoshiarpur
Babak is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 23 km from Dasua and around 23 km from Hoshiarpur. Babak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babak is 030701. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 144214 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Babak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babak
According to the 2011 Census, Babak village had a total population of 934 people, including 477 males and 457 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.38%, with male literacy at 90.72% and female literacy at 81.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 481.
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 | 934 | 477 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 241 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 736 | 391 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 86 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Babak
Babak 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 Babak
Babak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Babak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Babak is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Babak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babak 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 Babak
Where is Babak located?
Babak village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babak?
Babak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babak?
The pincode of Babak is 144214.
What is the population of Babak?
Babak had a total population of 934, including 477 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Babak?
Babak had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babak was 86.38%. Male literacy was 90.72% and female literacy was 81.95%.