Ghustawan Village - Silao, Nalanda
Ghustawan is a village situated in the Silao subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Silao and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Ghostawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghustawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghustawan is 245093. The village covers a total geographical area of 611 hectares and falls under the 803117 pincode. Silao is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Ghustawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgir Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nalanda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghustawan
As per Census 2011, Ghustawan village has a total population of 5,239 people, consisting of 2,749 males and 2,490 females. The village has 802 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 921 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,857 literate and 2,382 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,503 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghustawan are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,239 | 2,749 | 2,490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 921 | 491 | 430 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,503 | 768 | 735 |
| Literate Population | 2,857 | 1,650 | 1,207 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,382 | 1,099 | 1,283 |
Nearby Villages of Ghustawan
Ghustawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narhar Bigha | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Dumari | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Gandhupur | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Malikpur | South | 1.96 km |
| Karianna | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Barakar | South | 2.36 km |
| Bazidpur | North | 2.41 km |
| Shahpur | South | 2.55 km |
| Mahuri | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Kamal Bigha | South-East | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghustawan
Ghustawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Silao, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.5 km.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silao to Ghustawan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Biharsharif to Ghustawan is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghustawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghustawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghustawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghustawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghustawan
Where is Ghustawan located?
Ghustawan village is located in Silao Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghustawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghustawan is Ghostawan.
What is the pincode of Ghustawan?
The pincode of Ghustawan is 803117.
What is the population of Ghustawan?
Ghustawan has a total population of 5,239, including 2,749 males and 2,490 females.
How many households are there in Ghustawan?
There are 802 households in Ghustawan.
What is the literacy rate in Ghustawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghustawan is 54.53%. Male literacy is 60.02% and female literacy is 48.47%.