Babhani Maphi - Itwa, Siddharthnagar
Babhani Maphi is a village situated in the Itwa tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itwa and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Babhani Maphi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhani Maphi is 177908. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.28 hectares and falls under the 272192 pincode. Dumariya Ganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Babhani Maphi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Itwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babhani Maphi
According to the 2011 Census, Babhani Maphi village had a total population of 804 people, including 410 males and 394 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.38%, with male literacy at 39.69% and female literacy at 18.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 197.
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 | 804 | 410 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 90 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 99 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 127 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 283 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Babhani Maphi
Babhani Maphi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mudila Nankar | South-West | 0.79 km |
| Kherdeori | North | 0.98 km |
| Durga Jot | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Khuniyaon | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Senuri | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Chauveypur | East | 1.46 km |
| Ahirauli | North | 1.56 km |
| Basdiliya | West | 1.86 km |
| Sekhui Khurd Bujurg | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Main Bhariya | East | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babhani Maphi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Babhani Maphi. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Buzurg, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Dumariya Ganj to Babhani Maphi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Babhani Maphi is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babhani Maphi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhani Maphi 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 Maphi
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 Maphi 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 Babhani Maphi
Where is Babhani Maphi located?
Babhani Maphi village is located in Itwa Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babhani Maphi?
Babhani Maphi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babhani Maphi?
The pincode of Babhani Maphi is 272192.
What is the population of Babhani Maphi?
Babhani Maphi had a total population of 804, including 410 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Babhani Maphi?
Babhani Maphi had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babhani Maphi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhani Maphi was 29.38%. Male literacy was 39.69% and female literacy was 18.85%.