Siswa - Bhorey, Gopalganj
Siswa is a village situated in the Bhorey subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhorey and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Bankata Jagidari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siswa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siswa is 230062. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.02 hectares and falls under the 841426 pincode. Kataiya is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Siswa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siswa
As per Census 2011, Siswa village has a total population of 417 people, consisting of 207 males and 210 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 217 literate and 200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siswa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 417 | 207 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 133 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 74 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Siswa
Siswa 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 Siswa
Public transport in the Siswa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kataiya to Siswa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopalganj to Siswa is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siswa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siswa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Siswa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siswa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siswa
Where is Siswa located?
Siswa village is located in Bhorey Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siswa?
The Gram Panchayat of Siswa is Bankata Jagidari.
What is the pincode of Siswa?
The pincode of Siswa is 841426.
What is the population of Siswa?
Siswa has a total population of 417, including 207 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Siswa?
There are 56 households in Siswa.
What is the literacy rate in Siswa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siswa is 52.04%. Male literacy is 64.25% and female literacy is 40.00%.