Babarpur - Payal, Ludhiana
Babarpur is a village situated in the Payal tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Payal and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Babarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babarpur is 033294. The village covers a total geographical area of 279 hectares and falls under the 141119 pincode. Maloud is the nearest town.
Babarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Babarpur village had a total population of 1,608 people, including 861 males and 747 females, living in 310 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.64%, with male literacy at 77.71% and female literacy at 69.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 826.
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 | 1,608 | 861 | 747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 85 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 826 | 432 | 394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,073 | 603 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 535 | 258 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Babarpur
Babarpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chomon | West | 1.72 km |
| Mangewal | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Daultpur | South | 2.13 km |
| Ber Khurd | North | 2.85 km |
| Rabon Unchi | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Kishanpur | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Rabon Niwin | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Patti Mangewal | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Ber Kalan | North-West | 3.84 km |
| Kuhli Kalan | North | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babarpur
Babarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kup, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ludhiana to Babarpur is about 35 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 Babarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Babarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babarpur 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 Babarpur
Where is Babarpur located?
Babarpur village is located in Payal Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babarpur?
Babarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babarpur?
The pincode of Babarpur is 141119.
What is the population of Babarpur?
Babarpur had a total population of 1,608, including 861 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in Babarpur?
Babarpur had 310 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babarpur was 73.64%. Male literacy was 77.71% and female literacy was 69.02%.