Raliya Village - Masturi, Bilaspur
Raliya is a village situated in the Masturi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Masturi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bilaspur. Raliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raliya is 438834. The village covers a total geographical area of 352.98 hectares and falls under the 495550 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Raliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Masturi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raliya
As per Census 2011, Raliya village has a total population of 1,984 people, consisting of 1,025 males and 959 females. The village has 418 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 341 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,095 literate and 889 illiterate residents. Additionally, 902 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 275 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raliya are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,984 | 1,025 | 959 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 184 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 902 | 470 | 432 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 141 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 1,095 | 646 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 889 | 379 | 510 |
Nearby Villages of Raliya
Raliya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhelai | South | 1.41 km |
| Hardadih | North | 2.05 km |
| Kachhar | East | 2.22 km |
| Beltukari | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Earamsahi | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Parsada | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Rank | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Bhanesar | South | 3.40 km |
| Gataura | West | 3.90 km |
| Tenduwa | North-East | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raliya
Raliya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jairamnagar, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bilaspur to Raliya is about 30 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 Raliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raliya 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 Raliya
Where is Raliya located?
Raliya village is located in Masturi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raliya?
Raliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raliya?
The pincode of Raliya is 495550.
What is the population of Raliya?
Raliya has a total population of 1,984, including 1,025 males and 959 females.
How many households are there in Raliya?
There are 418 households in Raliya.
What is the literacy rate in Raliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raliya is 55.19%. Male literacy is 63.02% and female literacy is 46.82%.