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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Geyaspur
As per Census 2011, Geyaspur village has a total population of 3,247 people, consisting of 1,692 males and 1,555 females. The village has 558 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 596 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,196 literate and 2,051 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 102 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Geyaspur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 3,247, including 1,692 males and 1,555 females.
How many households are there in Geyaspur?
There are 558 households in Geyaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Geyaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Geyaspur is 36.83%. Male literacy is 44.92% and female literacy is 28.04%.