Khap Siswa - Mairwa, Siwan
Khap Siswa is a village situated in the Mairwa subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mairwa and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Semra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khap Siswa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khap Siswa is 232146. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 841239 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Khap Siswa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khap Siswa
According to the 2011 Census, Khap Siswa village had a total population of 464 people, including 226 males and 238 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.50%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 52.33%.
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 | 464 | 226 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 161 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 65 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Khap Siswa
Khap Siswa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siswa Buzurg | South-East | 0.46 km |
| Seni Chhapra | South-West | 0.53 km |
| Sitalpura | South-West | 0.94 km |
| Baraso | East | 1.10 km |
| Ugarsen Chhapra | West | 1.35 km |
| Siswa Khurd | South-West | 1.37 km |
| English | South | 1.81 km |
| Dumar Chhapra | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Muriyari | East | 2.06 km |
| Semra | South-East | 2.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khap Siswa
Khap Siswa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mairwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Khap Siswa is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Khap Siswa is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khap Siswa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khap Siswa 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 Khap Siswa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khap Siswa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khap Siswa
Where is Khap Siswa located?
Khap Siswa village is located in Mairwa Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khap Siswa?
The Gram Panchayat of Khap Siswa is Semra.
What is the pincode of Khap Siswa?
The pincode of Khap Siswa is 841239.
What is the population of Khap Siswa?
Khap Siswa had a total population of 464, including 226 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Khap Siswa?
Khap Siswa had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khap Siswa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khap Siswa was 69.50%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 52.33%.