Siswa - Nautan, Siwan
Siswa is a village situated in the Nautan subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nautan and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Murarpatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siswa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siswa is 231285. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 841243 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Siswa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siswa
As per Census 2011, Siswa village has a total population of 1,039 people, consisting of 528 males and 511 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 649 literate and 390 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siswa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,039 | 528 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 73 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 96 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 649 | 373 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 155 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Siswa
Siswa 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 Siswa
Siswa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Siswa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Siswa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Siswa is about 29 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 Siswa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siswa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Siswa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Siswa
Where is Siswa located?
Siswa village is located in Nautan Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siswa?
The Gram Panchayat of Siswa is Murarpatti.
What is the pincode of Siswa?
The pincode of Siswa is 841243.
What is the population of Siswa?
Siswa has a total population of 1,039, including 528 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Siswa?
There are 159 households in Siswa.
What is the literacy rate in Siswa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siswa is 62.46%. Male literacy is 70.64% and female literacy is 54.01%.