Biswas - Chanpatia, Pashchim Champaran
Biswas is a village situated in the Chanpatia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanpatia and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Sirisiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biswas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biswas is 217199. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.2 hectares and falls under the 845450 pincode. Chanpatia is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Biswas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Biswas
As per Census 2011, Biswas village has a total population of 1,964 people, consisting of 1,033 males and 931 females. The village has 337 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 381 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 957 literate and 1,007 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biswas are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Biswas
Biswas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jinwalia | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Turhapatti | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Sirsia | North | 1.86 km |
| Kurwa Mathia | East | 2.87 km |
| Gurwalia Biswas | South | 3.16 km |
| Pokharia Babu Urf Ekrahia | North | 3.17 km |
| Chuhari | North-East | 3.39 km |
| Sabiya Kalan | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Misraulia | North-East | 4.06 km |
| Pipra Naurangia | West | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Biswas
Biswas is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kumarbagh, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chanpatia to Biswas is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Biswas is about 15 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 Biswas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biswas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Biswas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biswas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biswas
Where is Biswas located?
Biswas village is located in Chanpatia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biswas?
The Gram Panchayat of Biswas is Sirisiya.
What is the pincode of Biswas?
The pincode of Biswas is 845450.
What is the population of Biswas?
Biswas has a total population of 1,964, including 1,033 males and 931 females.
How many households are there in Biswas?
There are 337 households in Biswas.
What is the literacy rate in Biswas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biswas is 48.73%. Male literacy is 60.70% and female literacy is 35.45%.