Biswania - Darauli, Siwan
Biswania is a village situated in the Darauli subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darauli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Sarna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biswania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biswania is 232330. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 841234 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Biswania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Biswania
As per Census 2011, Biswania village has a total population of 3,960 people, consisting of 1,997 males and 1,963 females. The village has 756 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 549 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,532 literate and 1,428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 862 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 106 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biswania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,960 | 1,997 | 1,963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 549 | 279 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 862 | 436 | 426 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 50 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 2,532 | 1,427 | 1,105 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,428 | 570 | 858 |
Nearby Villages of Biswania
Biswania 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patkhauli | West | 1.33 km |
| Gumawar | North | 1.35 km |
| Sadalpur | East | 1.99 km |
| Gosopali | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Arakpur | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Sarna | North | 2.41 km |
| Kanhpakar | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Karanpura | West | 2.66 km |
| Lenja | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Munjwania | South | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Biswania
Public transport in the Biswania is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karchhue, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Biswania is about 40 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 Biswania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biswania 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 Biswania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biswania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Biswania
Where is Biswania located?
Biswania village is located in Darauli Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biswania?
The Gram Panchayat of Biswania is Sarna.
What is the pincode of Biswania?
The pincode of Biswania is 841234.
What is the population of Biswania?
Biswania has a total population of 3,960, including 1,997 males and 1,963 females.
How many households are there in Biswania?
There are 756 households in Biswania.
What is the literacy rate in Biswania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biswania is 63.94%. Male literacy is 71.46% and female literacy is 56.29%.