Baya - Sonakhan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara

Baya is a village situated in the Sonakhan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from Kasdol and around 112 km from Raipur. Baya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Baya is 444126. The village covers a total geographical area of 799.29 hectares and falls under the 493551 pincode. Kasdol is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.

Baya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Baya

According to the 2011 Census, Baya village had a total population of 2,113 people, including 1,056 males and 1,057 females, living in 519 households. The sex ratio was 1,001 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.91%, with male literacy at 84.95% and female literacy at 61.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 463, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 666.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Baya

Baya 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Baya

Baya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bagbahra, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.9 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasdol to Baya is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Baya is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 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:

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:

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