Kaswan - Ratni Faridpur, Jehanabad
Kaswan is a village situated in the Ratni Faridpur subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ratni Faridpur and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Kaswan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaswan is 260038. The village covers a total geographical area of 409 hectares and falls under the 804429 pincode. Jehanabad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kaswan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jahanabad Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kaswan
As per Census 2011, Kaswan village has a total population of 6,106 people, consisting of 3,179 males and 2,927 females. The village has 1,043 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,077 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,603 literate and 2,503 illiterate residents. Additionally, 537 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaswan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,106 | 3,179 | 2,927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,077 | 553 | 524 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 537 | 279 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 3,603 | 2,200 | 1,403 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,503 | 979 | 1,524 |
Nearby Villages of Kaswan
Kaswan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasain | East | 1.48 km |
| Gopalpur | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Kendua | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Sarta | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Nehalpur | West | 2.12 km |
| Khaira | North | 2.28 km |
| Godiha | East | 2.55 km |
| Kodehra | East | 2.56 km |
| Kurma | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Bazidpur | South | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kaswan
Kaswan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jehanabad Court, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jehanabad to Kaswan is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaswan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaswan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kaswan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaswan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaswan
Where is Kaswan located?
Kaswan village is located in Ratni Faridpur Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaswan?
Kaswan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaswan?
The pincode of Kaswan is 804429.
What is the population of Kaswan?
Kaswan has a total population of 6,106, including 3,179 males and 2,927 females.
How many households are there in Kaswan?
There are 1,043 households in Kaswan.
What is the literacy rate in Kaswan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaswan is 59.01%. Male literacy is 69.20% and female literacy is 47.93%.