Siwan - Maharajganj, Rae Bareli
Siwan is a village situated in the Maharajganj tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maharajganj and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Siwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siwan is 143892. The village covers a total geographical area of 926 hectares and falls under the 229126 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Siwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siwan
As per Census 2011, Siwan village has a total population of 3,437 people, consisting of 1,781 males and 1,656 females. The village has 665 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 520 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,987 literate and 1,450 illiterate residents. Additionally, 762 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,437 | 1,781 | 1,656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 283 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 762 | 393 | 369 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,987 | 1,222 | 765 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,450 | 559 | 891 |
Nearby Villages of Siwan
Siwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajapur Mustsil Siwan | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Katkouli | North | 1.60 km |
| Jamunipur | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Basantpur Sakatpur | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Mohamdabad Kotwa | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Achhai | North | 3.08 km |
| Bari Gohanna | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Manjh Gaon | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Raipur | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Shahpur | North | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siwan
Siwan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chaubisi, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 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 | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rae Bareli to Siwan is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siwan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Siwan
Where is Siwan located?
Siwan village is located in Maharajganj Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siwan?
Siwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siwan?
The pincode of Siwan is 229126.
What is the population of Siwan?
Siwan has a total population of 3,437, including 1,781 males and 1,656 females.
How many households are there in Siwan?
There are 665 households in Siwan.
What is the literacy rate in Siwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siwan is 57.81%. Male literacy is 68.61% and female literacy is 46.20%.