Kolya Bayda - Jobat, Alirajpur
Kolya Bayda is a village situated in the Jobat tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jobat and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Alirajpur. Kolya Bayda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolya Bayda is 505022. The village covers a total geographical area of 1039.09 hectares and falls under the 457990 pincode. Jobat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kolya Bayda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alirajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratlam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolya Bayda
As per Census 2011, Kolya Bayda village has a total population of 2,529 people, consisting of 1,288 males and 1,241 females. The village has 385 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 513 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 805 literate and 1,724 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,476 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolya Bayda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,529 | 1,288 | 1,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 513 | 255 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,476 | 1,260 | 1,216 |
| Literate Population | 805 | 508 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,724 | 780 | 944 |
Nearby Villages of Kolya Bayda
Kolya Bayda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sudi Badi | North | 2.33 km |
| Kotada | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Kadwal Chhoti | West | 2.48 km |
| Thapli | South | 2.64 km |
| Sudi Chhoti | North | 3.08 km |
| Bahediya | East | 3.11 km |
| Dekakund | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Bid Badi | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Kadwal Badi | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Mahudi | West | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolya Bayda
Public transport in the Kolya Bayda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nahargarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jobat to Kolya Bayda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alirajpur to Kolya Bayda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolya Bayda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolya Bayda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kolya Bayda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolya Bayda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kolya Bayda
Where is Kolya Bayda located?
Kolya Bayda village is located in Jobat Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolya Bayda?
Kolya Bayda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolya Bayda?
The pincode of Kolya Bayda is 457990.
What is the population of Kolya Bayda?
Kolya Bayda has a total population of 2,529, including 1,288 males and 1,241 females.
How many households are there in Kolya Bayda?
There are 385 households in Kolya Bayda.
What is the literacy rate in Kolya Bayda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolya Bayda is 31.83%. Male literacy is 39.44% and female literacy is 23.93%.