Gayaspur - Siswan, Siwan
Gayaspur is a village situated in the Siswan subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Siswan and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Gyaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gayaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gayaspur is 232800. The village covers a total geographical area of 641 hectares and falls under the 841210 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Gayaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gayaspur
As per Census 2011, Gayaspur village has a total population of 10,771 people, consisting of 5,452 males and 5,319 females. The village has 1,826 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,964 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,802 literate and 4,969 illiterate residents. Additionally, 707 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,045 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gayaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,771 | 5,452 | 5,319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,964 | 1,036 | 928 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 707 | 359 | 348 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,045 | 554 | 491 |
| Literate Population | 5,802 | 3,424 | 2,378 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,969 | 2,028 | 2,941 |
Nearby Villages of Gayaspur
Gayaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Misroulia | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Manara | East | 1.54 km |
| Gayaspur Diyara | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Madhopur | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Sainpur | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Gobindpur | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Chatea | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Tarenawa | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Baghauna | North | 2.44 km |
| Kawwal | East | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gayaspur
Gayaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ekma, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Siwan to Gayaspur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gayaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gayaspur 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 Gayaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gayaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gayaspur
Where is Gayaspur located?
Gayaspur village is located in Siswan Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gayaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gayaspur is Gyaspur.
What is the pincode of Gayaspur?
The pincode of Gayaspur is 841210.
What is the population of Gayaspur?
Gayaspur has a total population of 10,771, including 5,452 males and 5,319 females.
How many households are there in Gayaspur?
There are 1,826 households in Gayaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Gayaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gayaspur is 53.87%. Male literacy is 62.80% and female literacy is 44.71%.