Ahilda Village - Lavan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Ahilda is a village situated in the Lavan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 23 km from Baloda Bazar and around 107 km from Raipur. Ahilda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahilda is 443811. The village covers a total geographical area of 926.79 hectares and falls under the 493526 pincode. Baloda Bazar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Ahilda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasdol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ahilda
As per Census 2011, Ahilda village has a total population of 4,127 people, consisting of 2,094 males and 2,033 females. The village has 753 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 632 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,534 literate and 1,593 illiterate residents. Additionally, 774 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ahilda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,127 | 2,094 | 2,033 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 632 | 340 | 292 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 774 | 410 | 364 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,534 | 1,486 | 1,048 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,593 | 608 | 985 |
Nearby Villages of Ahilda
Ahilda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barda | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Korda | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Chichirda | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Dhandhani | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Paijani | West | 3.54 km |
| Sarkhor | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Pandariya | North | 3.78 km |
| Juda | West | 4.63 km |
| Kasiyara | North-West | 4.69 km |
| Koliha | South | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ahilda
Ahilda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nipania, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baloda Bazar to Ahilda is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Ahilda is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahilda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahilda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ahilda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahilda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ahilda
Where is Ahilda located?
Ahilda village is located in Lavan Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahilda?
Ahilda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ahilda?
The pincode of Ahilda is 493526.
What is the population of Ahilda?
Ahilda has a total population of 4,127, including 2,094 males and 2,033 females.
How many households are there in Ahilda?
There are 753 households in Ahilda.
What is the literacy rate in Ahilda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahilda is 61.40%. Male literacy is 70.96% and female literacy is 51.55%.