Kaliya - Baharagora, East Singhbum
Kaliya is a village situated in the Baharagora subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. Rajlabandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaliya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaliya is 364820. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 832101 pincode.
Kaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kaliya
As per Census 2011, Kaliya village has a total population of 541 people, consisting of 278 males and 263 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 303 literate and 238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 541 | 278 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 181 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 97 | 141 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gala Parashiya | South | 0.65 km |
| Tal Parashiya | South-East | 0.81 km |
| Amdangra | South | 1.00 km |
| Kotshol | North-East | 1.14 km |
| Baishtamdangra | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Shrimantpur | South | 1.26 km |
| Jagdha | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Khejuriya | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Churamanipur | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Luhabandi | South | 1.51 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 Rajalukah, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kaliya
Where is Kaliya located?
Kaliya village is located in Baharagora Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaliya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaliya is Rajlabandh.
What is the pincode of Kaliya?
The pincode of Kaliya is 832101.
What is the population of Kaliya?
Kaliya has a total population of 541, including 278 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Kaliya?
There are 130 households in Kaliya.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaliya is 56.01%. Male literacy is 65.11% and female literacy is 46.39%.