Baiya
Baiya is a village located in Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 66km away from sub-district headquarter Fatehgarh (tehsildar office) and 106km away from district headquarter Jaisalmer. As per 2009 stats, Baiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Baiya unique in its vibrant Fatehgarh-Jaisalmer region. You’ll see Baiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Baiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baiya is 086580. The village spans a total geographical area of 7396 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 345027. Jaisalmer is nearest town to Baiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 106km away.
When it comes to local governance, Baiya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barmer Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Baiya
Population of Baiya
According to the 2011 Census, Baiya has a total population of about 2,175, with approximately 1,265 males and 910 females. The sex ratio is around 719 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 435 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 579 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.83%, with male literacy at about 56.44% and female literacy near 28.68%. There are around 454 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Baiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,175 | 1,265 | 910 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 291 | 144 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 579 | 304 | 275 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Literate Population | 975 | 714 | 261 |
Illiterate Population | 1,200 | 551 | 649 |
Connectivity of Baiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baiya. As per the 2011 stats, Baiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Baiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Baiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Baiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Baiya
- Where is Baiya located?
- Baiya village is situated in Fatehgarh Tehsil, within the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Baiya?
- Baiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Baiya?
- The pincode of Baiya is 345027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Baiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baiya is 2,175, with 1,265 males and 910 females.
- How many households are there in Baiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Baiya village has a total of 454 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Baiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baiya is 44.83%. The male literacy rate is 56.44%, while the female literacy rate is 28.68%.