Siriswa - Majhaulia, Pashchim Champaran
Siriswa is a village situated in the Majhaulia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhaulia and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Sariswa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siriswa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siriswa is 217291. The village covers a total geographical area of 453 hectares and falls under the 845454 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Siriswa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanpatia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Paschim Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siriswa
As per Census 2011, Siriswa village has a total population of 8,602 people, consisting of 4,480 males and 4,122 females. The village has 1,518 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,595 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,046 literate and 4,556 illiterate residents. Additionally, 596 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siriswa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,602 | 4,480 | 4,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,595 | 781 | 814 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 596 | 301 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 4,046 | 2,420 | 1,626 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,556 | 2,060 | 2,496 |
Nearby Villages of Siriswa
Siriswa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharwalia | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Pipra Dube | South | 1.42 km |
| Sonbarsa | East | 1.56 km |
| Dhankutwa | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Tola Utimpanre | West | 2.01 km |
| Musahri Tola Bankat | West | 2.02 km |
| Tola Khap Bankat Andar Rataumala | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Baghambarpur | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Mathia Urf Bhataulia | South | 2.61 km |
| Ratanmala | West | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siriswa
Siriswa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Majhowlia, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bettiah to Siriswa is about 16 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 Siriswa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siriswa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siriswa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siriswa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Siriswa
Where is Siriswa located?
Siriswa village is located in Majhaulia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siriswa?
The Gram Panchayat of Siriswa is Sariswa.
What is the pincode of Siriswa?
The pincode of Siriswa is 845454.
What is the population of Siriswa?
Siriswa has a total population of 8,602, including 4,480 males and 4,122 females.
How many households are there in Siriswa?
There are 1,518 households in Siriswa.
What is the literacy rate in Siriswa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siriswa is 47.04%. Male literacy is 54.02% and female literacy is 39.45%.