Seswari - Nighasan, Kheri
Seswari is a village situated in the Nighasan tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nighasan and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Kheri. Seswari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seswari is 135003. The village covers a total geographical area of 480.07 hectares and falls under the 262906 pincode. Lakhimpur is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Seswari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nighasan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Seswari
As per Census 2011, Seswari village has a total population of 1,358 people, consisting of 702 males and 656 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 625 literate and 733 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Seswari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,358 | 702 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 108 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 625 | 377 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 733 | 325 | 408 |
Nearby Villages of Seswari
Seswari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gulariya Patthar Shah | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Ray Pur | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Lalapur | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Maharaj Nagar | West | 2.93 km |
| Banveer Pur | East | 2.97 km |
| Ganga Nagar | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Kolluri | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Bhedauri | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Deep Nagar | North | 3.94 km |
| Umara | South | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Seswari
Public transport in the Seswari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tikunia, while the nearest airport is Pithorgarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 127.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhimpur to Seswari is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kheri to Seswari is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seswari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seswari 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Seswari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seswari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Seswari
Where is Seswari located?
Seswari village is located in Nighasan Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seswari?
Seswari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Seswari?
The pincode of Seswari is 262906.
What is the population of Seswari?
Seswari has a total population of 1,358, including 702 males and 656 females.
How many households are there in Seswari?
There are 286 households in Seswari.
What is the literacy rate in Seswari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seswari is 46.02%. Male literacy is 53.70% and female literacy is 37.80%.