Siswa Khurd - Siswan, Siwan
Siswa Khurd 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 22 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Siswa Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siswa Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siswa Khurd is 232742. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 841210 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Siswa Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siswa Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Siswa Khurd village had a total population of 1,097 people, including 593 males and 504 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.67%, with male literacy at 90.79% and female literacy at 68.58%.
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 | 1,097 | 593 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 772 | 473 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 120 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Siswa Khurd
Siswa Khurd 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 Khurd
Siswa Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Siswa Khurd is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siswa Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siswa Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siswa Khurd
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 Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Siswa Khurd
Where is Siswa Khurd located?
Siswa Khurd village is located in Siswan Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siswa Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Siswa Khurd is Siswa Kala.
What is the pincode of Siswa Khurd?
The pincode of Siswa Khurd is 841210.
What is the population of Siswa Khurd?
Siswa Khurd had a total population of 1,097, including 593 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Siswa Khurd?
Siswa Khurd had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siswa Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siswa Khurd was 80.67%. Male literacy was 90.79% and female literacy was 68.58%.