Siswania Village - 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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siswania
As per Census 2011, Siswania village has a total population of 211 people, consisting of 101 males and 110 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 152 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siswania are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 211 | 101 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| 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 has a total population of 211, including 101 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Siswania?
There are 31 households in Siswania.
What is the literacy rate in Siswania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siswania is 27.96%. Male literacy is 40.59% and female literacy is 16.36%.