Biswas
Biswas is a village located in Chanpatia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Chanpatia (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Sirisiya is the gram panchayat of Biswas village.
Here you can discover what makes Biswas unique in its vibrant Chanpatia-Pashchim Champaran region. You’ll see Biswas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Biswas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Biswas is 217199. The village spans a total geographical area of 190.2 hectares. Chanpatia is nearest town to Biswas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Biswas
Population of Biswas
According to the 2011 Census, Biswas has a total population of about 1,964, with approximately 1,033 males and 931 females. The sex ratio is around 901 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 381 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 149 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.73%, with male literacy at about 60.70% and female literacy near 35.45%. There are around 337 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Biswas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,964 | 1,033 | 931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 194 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 78 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 957 | 627 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,007 | 406 | 601 |
Connectivity of Biswas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Biswas. As per the 2011 stats, Biswas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Biswas
Knowing the nearby villages of Biswas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Biswas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Biswas
- Where is Biswas located?
- Biswas village is situated in Chanpatia Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Biswas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Biswas is Sirisiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Biswas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Biswas is 1,964, with 1,033 males and 931 females.
- How many households are there in Biswas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Biswas village has a total of 337 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Biswas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Biswas is 48.73%. The male literacy rate is 60.70%, while the female literacy rate is 35.45%.