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
According to the 2011 Census, Siswania village had a total population of 1,592 people, including 784 males and 808 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.15%, with male literacy at 85.80% and female literacy at 59.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 253, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,592 | 784 | 808 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 115 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 119 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 1,592, including 784 males and 808 females.
How many households are there in Siswania?
Siswania had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siswania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siswania was 72.15%. Male literacy was 85.80% and female literacy was 59.08%.