Sisawa - Madhuban, Mau
Sisawa is a village situated in the Madhuban tehsil of Mau district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhuban and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Mau. Sisawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sisawa is 196484. The village covers a total geographical area of 562 hectares and falls under the 221601 pincode. Mau is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Sisawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhuban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sisawa
As per Census 2011, Sisawa village has a total population of 3,861 people, consisting of 1,874 males and 1,987 females. The village has 556 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 758 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,930 literate and 1,931 illiterate residents. Additionally, 407 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sisawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,861 | 1,874 | 1,987 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 758 | 380 | 378 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 407 | 212 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 64 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 1,930 | 1,114 | 816 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,931 | 760 | 1,171 |
Nearby Villages of Sisawa
Sisawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Murarpur | South | 1.69 km |
| Bakhariya | West | 2.01 km |
| Rai Patti | South | 2.09 km |
| Zamin Kishunpur | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Lokipur | South | 2.25 km |
| Madhopur | South | 2.36 km |
| Chhattarpur | South | 2.37 km |
| Rampur Mu. Malkauli | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Kamana | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Lokiya | South | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sisawa
Public transport in the Sisawa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barhaj Bazar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.0 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 Mau to Sisawa is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sisawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sisawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sisawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sisawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sisawa
Where is Sisawa located?
Sisawa village is located in Madhuban Tehsil, Mau district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sisawa?
Sisawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sisawa?
The pincode of Sisawa is 221601.
What is the population of Sisawa?
Sisawa has a total population of 3,861, including 1,874 males and 1,987 females.
How many households are there in Sisawa?
There are 556 households in Sisawa.
What is the literacy rate in Sisawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sisawa is 49.99%. Male literacy is 59.45% and female literacy is 41.07%.