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.
Baiya has its own place in the vibrant Jaisalmer region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Baiya
Below is a concise population overview of Baiya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Baiya village:
- The total population of Baiya village is around 2,175, including approximately 1,265 males and 910 females, with a sex ratio of 719 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 435 children aged 0–6 years in Baiya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Baiya village has 579 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Baiya village is about 44.83%, with male literacy at 56.44% and female literacy at 28.68%.
- There are around 454 households in Baiya village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.