Siswar Village - Phulparas, Madhubani
Siswar is a village situated in the Phulparas subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulparas and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Siswar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siswar is 220095. The village covers a total geographical area of 818.6 hectares and falls under the 847409 pincode. Ghoghardiha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Siswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Laukaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siswar
As per Census 2011, Siswar village has a total population of 9,441 people, consisting of 4,876 males and 4,565 females. The village has 1,760 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,609 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,741 literate and 4,700 illiterate residents. Additionally, 406 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siswar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,441 | 4,876 | 4,565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,609 | 832 | 777 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 406 | 206 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 4,741 | 2,903 | 1,838 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,700 | 1,973 | 2,727 |
Nearby Villages of Siswar
Siswar 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 Siswar
Public transport in the Siswar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Siswar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Ghoghardiha to Siswar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Siswar 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 Siswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siswar 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 Siswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siswar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Siswar
Where is Siswar located?
Siswar village is located in Phulparas Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siswar?
Siswar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siswar?
The pincode of Siswar is 847409.
What is the population of Siswar?
Siswar has a total population of 9,441, including 4,876 males and 4,565 females.
How many households are there in Siswar?
There are 1,760 households in Siswar.
What is the literacy rate in Siswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siswar is 50.22%. Male literacy is 59.54% and female literacy is 40.26%.