Siur - Roh, Nawada
Siur is a village situated in the Roh subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Roh and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Siur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siur is 257861. The village covers a total geographical area of 1471 hectares and falls under the 805107 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Siur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siur
As per Census 2011, Siur village has a total population of 12,028 people, consisting of 6,245 males and 5,783 females. The village has 1,882 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,955 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,086 literate and 5,942 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,694 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,028 | 6,245 | 5,783 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,955 | 1,025 | 930 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,694 | 1,944 | 1,750 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 6,086 | 3,840 | 2,246 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,942 | 2,405 | 3,537 |
Nearby Villages of Siur
Siur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kazi Chak | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Barail | West | 2.24 km |
| Bhatta | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Japhra | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Gorihari | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Katahra | North | 2.80 km |
| Mahbhara | South | 2.90 km |
| Kathaun | West | 3.00 km |
| Harsidhpur | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Baliari | East | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siur
Siur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sadipur Halt, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawada to Siur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Siur
Where is Siur located?
Siur village is located in Roh Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siur?
Siur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siur?
The pincode of Siur is 805107.
What is the population of Siur?
Siur has a total population of 12,028, including 6,245 males and 5,783 females.
How many households are there in Siur?
There are 1,882 households in Siur.
What is the literacy rate in Siur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siur is 50.60%. Male literacy is 61.49% and female literacy is 38.84%.