Baya - Parihar, Sitamarhi
Baya is a village situated in the Parihar subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parihar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Baya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baya is 219149. The village covers a total geographical area of 272 hectares and falls under the 843324 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Baya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Baya
As per Census 2011, Baya village has a total population of 3,614 people, consisting of 1,922 males and 1,692 females. The village has 760 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 802 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,270 literate and 2,344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 716 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,614 | 1,922 | 1,692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 802 | 424 | 378 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 716 | 370 | 346 |
| Literate Population | 1,270 | 829 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,344 | 1,093 | 1,251 |
Nearby Villages of Baya
Baya 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 Baya
Baya 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Baya is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baya 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Baya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Baya
Where is Baya located?
Baya village is located in Parihar Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baya?
Baya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baya?
The pincode of Baya is 843324.
What is the population of Baya?
Baya has a total population of 3,614, including 1,922 males and 1,692 females.
How many households are there in Baya?
There are 760 households in Baya.
What is the literacy rate in Baya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baya is 35.14%. Male literacy is 43.13% and female literacy is 26.06%.