Geyaspur - Guthani, Siwan
Geyaspur is a village situated in the Guthani subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guthani and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Balua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Geyaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Geyaspur is 232257. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 841435 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Geyaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Geyaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Geyaspur village had a total population of 3,247 people, including 1,692 males and 1,555 females, living in 558 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.12%, with male literacy at 54.60% and female literacy at 34.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 3,247 | 1,692 | 1,555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 596 | 300 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 90 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 1,196 | 760 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,051 | 932 | 1,119 |
Nearby Villages of Geyaspur
Geyaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharaunti | East | 0.80 km |
| Balua | North-West | 0.81 km |
| Panrepar | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Basuhari | North-East | 1.28 km |
| Bharauli | East | 1.87 km |
| Mairitanr | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Mamaur | North | 2.14 km |
| Khirauli | East | 2.32 km |
| Manakpur | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Selaur | North-East | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Geyaspur
Geyaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bankata, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.3 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Geyaspur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Geyaspur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Geyaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Geyaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Geyaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Geyaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Geyaspur
Where is Geyaspur located?
Geyaspur village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Geyaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Geyaspur is Balua.
What is the pincode of Geyaspur?
The pincode of Geyaspur is 841435.
What is the population of Geyaspur?
Geyaspur had a total population of 3,247, including 1,692 males and 1,555 females.
How many households are there in Geyaspur?
Geyaspur had 558 households.
What is the literacy rate in Geyaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Geyaspur was 45.12%. Male literacy was 54.60% and female literacy was 34.63%.