Bailama - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Bailama is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lephripara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sarafgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bailama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bailama is 383631. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Bailama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bailama
As per Census 2011, Bailama village has a total population of 468 people, consisting of 242 males and 226 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 281 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 237 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bailama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 468 | 242 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 237 | 126 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 122 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 120 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Bailama
Bailama 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 Bailama
Public transport in the Bailama is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sundargarh to Bailama is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Bailama is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bailama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bailama 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bailama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bailama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bailama
Where is Bailama located?
Bailama village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bailama?
The Gram Panchayat of Bailama is Sarafgarh.
What is the pincode of Bailama?
The pincode of Bailama is 770012.
What is the population of Bailama?
Bailama has a total population of 468, including 242 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Bailama?
There are 123 households in Bailama.
What is the literacy rate in Bailama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bailama is 39.96%. Male literacy is 50.41% and female literacy is 28.76%.