Kaliya - Bagicha, Jashpur
Kaliya is a village situated in the Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagicha and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Kaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaliya is 433647. The village covers a total geographical area of 1716.31 hectares and falls under the 496224 pincode. Bagicha is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaliya
As per Census 2011, Kaliya village has a total population of 2,168 people, consisting of 1,156 males and 1,012 females. The village has 550 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 324 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,167 literate and 1,001 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,621 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,168 | 1,156 | 1,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 184 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 29 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,621 | 861 | 760 |
| Literate Population | 1,167 | 695 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,001 | 461 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Kaliya
Kaliya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Butanga | South | 2.27 km |
| Maina | North | 3.75 km |
| Gailunga | East | 4.12 km |
| Laranga | North | 4.47 km |
| Kuhapani | South-West | 5.86 km |
| Dobh | North-East | 6.52 km |
| Sarbkambo | South | 7.11 km |
| Bend | West | 7.27 km |
| Betara | West | 7.32 km |
| Sahidand | South | 7.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kaliya
Kaliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.8 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 Bagicha to Kaliya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Kaliya is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaliya 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 Kaliya
Where is Kaliya located?
Kaliya village is located in Bagicha Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaliya?
Kaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaliya?
The pincode of Kaliya is 496224.
What is the population of Kaliya?
Kaliya has a total population of 2,168, including 1,156 males and 1,012 females.
How many households are there in Kaliya?
There are 550 households in Kaliya.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaliya is 53.83%. Male literacy is 60.12% and female literacy is 46.64%.