Bai - Sunni, Shimla
Bai is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Shimla. Ghaini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bai is 024093. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.39 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Bai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bai
According to the 2011 Census, Bai village had a total population of 98 people, including 45 males and 53 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,178 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.21%, with male literacy at 92.50% and female literacy at 82.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 98 | 45 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 8 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Bai
Bai 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 Bai
Bai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shimla to Bai is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bai
Where is Bai located?
Bai village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bai?
The Gram Panchayat of Bai is Ghaini.
What is the pincode of Bai?
The pincode of Bai is 171301.
What is the population of Bai?
Bai had a total population of 98, including 45 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Bai?
Bai had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bai was 87.21%. Male literacy was 92.50% and female literacy was 82.61%.