Siari - Bokhara, Sitamarhi
Siari is a village situated in the Bokhara subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bokhara and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Kurhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siari is 219782. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 843326 pincode. Pupri is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Siari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Siari
According to the 2011 Census, Siari village had a total population of 2,597 people, including 1,377 males and 1,220 females, living in 485 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.94%, with male literacy at 41.83% and female literacy at 29.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 570, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,597 | 1,377 | 1,220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 251 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 570 | 298 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 750 | 471 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,847 | 906 | 941 |
Nearby Villages of Siari
Siari 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 Siari
Siari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Pupri to Siari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Siari is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Siari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Siari
Where is Siari located?
Siari village is located in Bokhara Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Siari?
The Gram Panchayat of Siari is Kurhar.
What is the pincode of Siari?
The pincode of Siari is 843326.
What is the population of Siari?
Siari had a total population of 2,597, including 1,377 males and 1,220 females.
How many households are there in Siari?
Siari had 485 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siari was 35.94%. Male literacy was 41.83% and female literacy was 29.03%.