Siswania - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Siswania is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Siswania village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siswania is 216768. The village covers a total geographical area of 231 hectares and falls under the 845453 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Siswania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lauriya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siswania
As per Census 2011, Siswania village has a total population of 4,154 people, consisting of 2,151 males and 2,003 females. The village has 858 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 698 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,360 literate and 1,794 illiterate residents. Additionally, 465 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 222 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siswania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,154 | 2,151 | 2,003 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 698 | 374 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 465 | 241 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 115 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 2,360 | 1,409 | 951 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,794 | 742 | 1,052 |
Nearby Villages of Siswania
Siswania 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishunpurwa | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Gondauli | North | 1.83 km |
| Kataia | South | 1.83 km |
| Pachbhirwa | West | 1.91 km |
| Dharwa | East | 2.23 km |
| Harpur | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Serukahia | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Lipni | North | 3.19 km |
| Pararawan | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Bherihawa | North | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siswania
Siswania is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Musharwa Halt, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Siswania is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Siswania is about 20 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 Siswania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siswania 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 Siswania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siswania 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 Siswania
Where is Siswania located?
Siswania village is located in Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siswania?
Siswania is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siswania?
The pincode of Siswania is 845453.
What is the population of Siswania?
Siswania has a total population of 4,154, including 2,151 males and 2,003 females.
How many households are there in Siswania?
There are 858 households in Siswania.
What is the literacy rate in Siswania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siswania is 56.81%. Male literacy is 65.50% and female literacy is 47.48%.