Bafola - Raipur, Beawar
Bafola is a village situated in the Raipur tehsil of Beawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from Raipur and around 130 km from Pali. Kalaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bafola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bafola is 090498. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 306105 pincode. Beawar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bafola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaitaran Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bafola
According to the 2011 Census, Bafola village had a total population of 204 people, including 104 males and 100 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.27%, with male literacy at 95.56% and female literacy at 56.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 204 | 104 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 86 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 18 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Bafola
Bafola 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 Bafola
Public transport in the Bafola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Beawar to Bafola is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Bafola is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bafola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bafola 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 Bafola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bafola 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 Bafola
Where is Bafola located?
Bafola village is located in Raipur Tehsil, Beawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bafola?
The Gram Panchayat of Bafola is Kalaliya.
What is the pincode of Bafola?
The pincode of Bafola is 306105.
What is the population of Bafola?
Bafola had a total population of 204, including 104 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Bafola?
Bafola had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bafola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bafola was 76.27%. Male literacy was 95.56% and female literacy was 56.32%.