Babhani - Mehdawal, Sant Kabir Nagar
Babhani is a village situated in the Mehdawal tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehdawal and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Samantha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhani is 182020. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.36 hectares and falls under the 272148 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Babhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babhani
According to the 2011 Census, Babhani village had a total population of 552 people, including 281 males and 271 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.04%, with male literacy at 65.77% and female literacy at 43.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 552 | 281 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 59 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 146 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 135 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Babhani
Babhani 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 Babhani
Babhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Babhani is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Babhani is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhani 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 Babhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babhani 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 Babhani
Where is Babhani located?
Babhani village is located in Mehdawal Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Babhani is Samantha.
What is the pincode of Babhani?
The pincode of Babhani is 272148.
What is the population of Babhani?
Babhani had a total population of 552, including 281 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Babhani?
Babhani had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhani was 55.04%. Male literacy was 65.77% and female literacy was 43.41%.