Siwan

Siwan is a village located in Rajgir subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Rajgir (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Nahub is the gram panchayat of Siwan village.

Siwan has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda 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 Siwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Siwan is 245034. The village spans a total geographical area of 130 hectares. Rajgir is nearest town to Siwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Siwan

Below is a concise population overview of Siwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,380 1,280 1,100
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 412 247 165
Scheduled Castes (SC) 549 279 270
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,324 767 557
Illiterate Population 1,056 513 543

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Siwan village:

  • The total population of Siwan village is around 2,380, including approximately 1,280 males and 1,100 females, with a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 412 children aged 0–6 years in Siwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Siwan village has 549 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Siwan village is about 55.63%, with male literacy at 59.92% and female literacy at 50.64%.
  • There are around 363 households in Siwan village.

Connectivity of Siwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Siwan. As per the 2011 stats, Siwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Siwan

Knowing the nearby villages of Siwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Siwan.

Ujarpur Hansrajpur Rasalpur Lahuar Birchait Belouwa Jhalar Saurei Hasanpur Dariapur Nahub

Frequently Asked Questions about Siwan

Where is Siwan located?
Siwan village is situated in Rajgir Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Siwan is Nahub (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Siwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Siwan is 2,380, with 1,280 males and 1,100 females.
How many households are there in Siwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Siwan village has a total of 363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Siwan is 55.63%. The male literacy rate is 59.92%, while the female literacy rate is 50.64%.