Siswania - Ghanghata, Sant Kabir Nagar
Siswania is a village situated in the Ghanghata tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghanghata and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Siswania village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siswania is 183205. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.29 hectares and falls under the 272172 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Siswania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siswania
As per Census 2011, Siswania village has a total population of 1,592 people, consisting of 784 males and 808 females. The village has 221 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 987 literate and 605 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siswania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,592 | 784 | 808 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 115 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 119 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 987 | 574 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 605 | 210 | 395 |
Nearby Villages of Siswania
Siswania 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kakraha | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Dulhapar Khurd | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Gholwa | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Gaura Kala | North | 1.42 km |
| Matehna | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Bheeti Khurd | East | 1.78 km |
| Nihaila | South | 1.97 km |
| Ranipur | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Chauri Kala | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Bargadwa | East | 1.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siswania
Siswania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Munderwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Siswania is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Siswania is about 28 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 Siswania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siswania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siswania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siswania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Siswania
Where is Siswania located?
Siswania village is located in Ghanghata Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siswania?
Siswania is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siswania?
The pincode of Siswania is 272172.
What is the population of Siswania?
Siswania has a total population of 1,592, including 784 males and 808 females.
How many households are there in Siswania?
There are 221 households in Siswania.
What is the literacy rate in Siswania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siswania is 62.00%. Male literacy is 73.21% and female literacy is 51.11%.