Saichani - Raghunathpur, Siwan
Saichani is a village situated in the Raghunathpur subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raghunathpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Dighwalia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saichani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saichani is 232554. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 841504 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Saichani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saichani
As per Census 2011, Saichani village has a total population of 2,365 people, consisting of 1,275 males and 1,090 females. The village has 364 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 279 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,561 literate and 804 illiterate residents. Additionally, 720 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saichani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,365 | 1,275 | 1,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 156 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 720 | 394 | 326 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,561 | 953 | 608 |
| Illiterate Population | 804 | 322 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Saichani
Saichani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarahra | West | 1.18 km |
| Chatar | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Mahanagar | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Jhotpur | North | 1.54 km |
| Dighwaliya | West | 1.69 km |
| Dhorhahi | South | 1.86 km |
| Nanda Mura | North | 2.00 km |
| Bhikhpur | East | 2.31 km |
| Jagdishpur | East | 2.34 km |
| Kishunwari | East | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saichani
Saichani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chainwa, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.1 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 Siwan to Saichani is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saichani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saichani 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saichani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saichani 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 Saichani
Where is Saichani located?
Saichani village is located in Raghunathpur Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saichani?
The Gram Panchayat of Saichani is Dighwalia.
What is the pincode of Saichani?
The pincode of Saichani is 841504.
What is the population of Saichani?
Saichani has a total population of 2,365, including 1,275 males and 1,090 females.
How many households are there in Saichani?
There are 364 households in Saichani.
What is the literacy rate in Saichani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saichani is 66.00%. Male literacy is 74.75% and female literacy is 55.78%.