Ghewara - Biswan, Sitapur
Ghewara is a village situated in the Biswan tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biswan and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Ghewara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghewara is 138209. The village covers a total geographical area of 451.77 hectares and falls under the 261201 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ghewara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sevata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghewara
As per Census 2011, Ghewara village has a total population of 2,347 people, consisting of 1,234 males and 1,113 females. The village has 446 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 448 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 942 literate and 1,405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 398 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghewara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,347 | 1,234 | 1,113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 230 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 206 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 942 | 624 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,405 | 610 | 795 |
Nearby Villages of Ghewara
Ghewara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sugatpur | West | 2.06 km |
| Thangaon | North | 2.20 km |
| Naseerpur Dewariya | East | 2.24 km |
| Dhamaura | South | 2.71 km |
| Kodaura | South | 3.16 km |
| Jagdishpur Hajariya | North | 3.49 km |
| Saraiya Bhatpurwa | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Bela | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Chandauli | South | 3.72 km |
| Kodahi | South-East | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghewara
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Ghewara. The nearest railway station is Sarayan, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sitapur to Ghewara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sitapur to Ghewara is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghewara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghewara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghewara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghewara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghewara
Where is Ghewara located?
Ghewara village is located in Biswan Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghewara?
Ghewara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghewara?
The pincode of Ghewara is 261201.
What is the population of Ghewara?
Ghewara has a total population of 2,347, including 1,234 males and 1,113 females.
How many households are there in Ghewara?
There are 446 households in Ghewara.
What is the literacy rate in Ghewara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghewara is 40.14%. Male literacy is 50.57% and female literacy is 28.57%.