Siswania - Sikta, Pashchim Champaran
Siswania is a village situated in the Sikta subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikta and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Jagarnath Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siswania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siswania is 217223. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.31 hectares and falls under the 845307 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Siswania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Siswania
According to the 2011 Census, Siswania village had a total population of 211 people, including 101 males and 110 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.54%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 21.43%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 211 | 101 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 41 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 60 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Siswania
Siswania is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Siswania
Siswania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Siswania is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siswania
Where is Siswania located?
Siswania village is located in Sikta Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Siswania?
The Gram Panchayat of Siswania is Jagarnath Pur.
What is the pincode of Siswania?
The pincode of Siswania is 845307.
What is the population of Siswania?
Siswania had a total population of 211, including 101 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Siswania?
Siswania had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siswania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siswania was 35.54%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 21.43%.