Siwana - Saidpur, Ghazipur
Siwana is a village situated in the Saidpur tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saidapur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Mirjapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siwana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siwana is 204367. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.17 hectares and falls under the 233304 pincode. Saidapur is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Siwana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saidpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siwana
According to the 2011 Census, Siwana village had a total population of 150 people, including 71 males and 79 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.69%, with male literacy at 85.00% and female literacy at 72.58%.
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 | 150 | 71 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 20 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Siwana
Siwana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Misir Chak | South-West | 0.41 km |
| Mustafa Chak | South-East | 0.47 km |
| Chak Raju | East | 0.55 km |
| Badepur | North-West | 0.61 km |
| Muhammadpur Gaywal | South-East | 0.75 km |
| Chak Murad | South-West | 0.79 km |
| Chak Yadav | South | 0.80 km |
| Chak Kasim | North-East | 0.90 km |
| Kataghramason | North-East | 0.96 km |
| Chakmiran | South | 1.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siwana
Siwana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Saiyedpur Bhtri, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Saidapur to Siwana is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Siwana is about 32 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 Siwana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siwana 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 Siwana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siwana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Siwana
Where is Siwana located?
Siwana village is located in Saidpur Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Siwana?
The Gram Panchayat of Siwana is Mirjapur.
What is the pincode of Siwana?
The pincode of Siwana is 233304.
What is the population of Siwana?
Siwana had a total population of 150, including 71 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Siwana?
Siwana had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siwana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siwana was 78.69%. Male literacy was 85.00% and female literacy was 72.58%.