Kishunpura - Guthani, Siwan
Kishunpura 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 40 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Balua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kishunpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kishunpura is 232254. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 841435 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kishunpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kishunpura
According to the 2011 Census, Kishunpura village had a total population of 814 people, including 425 males and 389 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.92%, with male literacy at 86.40% and female literacy at 57.99%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 814 | 425 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 72 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 305 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 120 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Kishunpura
Kishunpura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kishunpura
Kishunpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kishunpura.
| 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 Mairwa to Kishunpura is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Kishunpura is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kishunpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kishunpura 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 Kishunpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kishunpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kishunpura
Where is Kishunpura located?
Kishunpura village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kishunpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kishunpura is Balua.
What is the pincode of Kishunpura?
The pincode of Kishunpura is 841435.
What is the population of Kishunpura?
Kishunpura had a total population of 814, including 425 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Kishunpura?
Kishunpura had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kishunpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kishunpura was 72.92%. Male literacy was 86.40% and female literacy was 57.99%.