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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Biswania
According to the 2011 Census, Biswania village had a total population of 3,960 people, including 1,997 males and 1,963 females, living in 756 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.23%, with male literacy at 83.06% and female literacy at 65.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 862, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 106.
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 | 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 had a total population of 3,960, including 1,997 males and 1,963 females.
How many households are there in Biswania?
Biswania had 756 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biswania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biswania was 74.23%. Male literacy was 83.06% and female literacy was 65.27%.