Babnian - Gidderbaha, Sri Muktsar Sahib
Babnian is a village situated in the Gidderbaha tehsil of Sri Muktsar Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from Gidderbaha and around 34 km from Muktsar. Babanian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babnian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babnian is 035328. The village covers a total geographical area of 545 hectares and falls under the 152101 pincode. Giddarbaha is the nearest town.
Babnian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babnian
According to the 2011 Census, Babnian village had a total population of 1,501 people, including 779 males and 722 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.23%, with male literacy at 64.77% and female literacy at 53.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 972.
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 | 1,501 | 779 | 722 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 112 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 972 | 494 | 478 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 773 | 432 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 728 | 347 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Babnian
Babnian 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 Babnian
Babnian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Babnian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Muktsar to Babnian is about 34 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 Babnian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babnian 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Babnian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babnian 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 Babnian
Where is Babnian located?
Babnian village is located in Gidderbaha Tehsil, Sri Muktsar Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babnian?
The Gram Panchayat of Babnian is Babanian.
What is the pincode of Babnian?
The pincode of Babnian is 152101.
What is the population of Babnian?
Babnian had a total population of 1,501, including 779 males and 722 females.
How many households are there in Babnian?
Babnian had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babnian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babnian was 59.23%. Male literacy was 64.77% and female literacy was 53.45%.