Shiunaha - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Shiunaha is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Champapur Gonauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shiunaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiunaha is 216002. The village covers a total geographical area of 391 hectares and falls under the 845107 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Shiunaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Valmiki Nagar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Shiunaha
As per Census 2011, Shiunaha village has a total population of 1,520 people, consisting of 805 males and 715 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 861 literate and 659 illiterate residents. Additionally, 678 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 291 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shiunaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,520 | 805 | 715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 129 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 678 | 358 | 320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 157 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 861 | 521 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 659 | 284 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Shiunaha
Shiunaha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narainapur | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Soharia | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Champapur | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Songaharwa | South | 2.24 km |
| Gonauli | East | 2.40 km |
| Malkauli | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Santpur | North | 3.30 km |
| Dardari | South | 3.91 km |
| Satchubanwa | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Gorar | East | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shiunaha
Shiunaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Valmikinagar Rd, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.9 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 Bagha to Shiunaha is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Shiunaha is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiunaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiunaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shiunaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiunaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shiunaha
Where is Shiunaha located?
Shiunaha village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiunaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiunaha is Champapur Gonauli.
What is the pincode of Shiunaha?
The pincode of Shiunaha is 845107.
What is the population of Shiunaha?
Shiunaha has a total population of 1,520, including 805 males and 715 females.
How many households are there in Shiunaha?
There are 297 households in Shiunaha.
What is the literacy rate in Shiunaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiunaha is 56.64%. Male literacy is 64.72% and female literacy is 47.55%.