Siswa - Barharia, Siwan
Siswa is a village situated in the Barharia subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barharia and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Bahuara Kadir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siswa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siswa is 231484. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 841232 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Siswa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barharia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Siwan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siswa
As per Census 2011, Siswa village has a total population of 3,052 people, consisting of 1,565 males and 1,487 females. The village has 463 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 478 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,982 literate and 1,070 illiterate residents. Additionally, 427 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siswa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,052 | 1,565 | 1,487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 478 | 266 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 427 | 220 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 1,982 | 1,103 | 879 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,070 | 462 | 608 |
Nearby Villages of Siswa
Siswa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahamadpur | North-West | 0.80 km |
| Barahpur | South | 0.96 km |
| Jiadi Tola | North | 0.98 km |
| Mahal | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Bahuara Qadir | South-West | 1.12 km |
| Chap Kanhauli | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Rampur | East | 1.39 km |
| Kanhauli | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Bahadurpur | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Chandan Chhapra | North-East | 1.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siswa
Siswa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ratan Sarai, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Siswa is about 21 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 Siswa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siswa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Siswa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siswa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Siswa
Where is Siswa located?
Siswa village is located in Barharia Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siswa?
The Gram Panchayat of Siswa is Bahuara Kadir.
What is the pincode of Siswa?
The pincode of Siswa is 841232.
What is the population of Siswa?
Siswa has a total population of 3,052, including 1,565 males and 1,487 females.
How many households are there in Siswa?
There are 463 households in Siswa.
What is the literacy rate in Siswa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siswa is 64.94%. Male literacy is 70.48% and female literacy is 59.11%.