Siubar - Naxalbari, Darjeeling
Siubar is a village situated in the Naxalbari subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.2 km from Naxalbari. Maniram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siubar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siubar is 306577. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.7 hectares and falls under the 734429 pincode.
Siubar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matigara-naxalbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Darjeeling Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siubar
As per Census 2011, Siubar village has a total population of 1,052 people, consisting of 514 males and 538 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 651 literate and 401 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 474 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siubar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,052 | 514 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 60 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 96 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 474 | 241 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 364 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 150 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Siubar
Siubar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amarsing | North-East | 1.26 km |
| Suraj Barer Chhat | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Pataram | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Surajbar | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Mir Jangla | East | 1.81 km |
| Ketugabur | South | 1.89 km |
| Surajbar Forest | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Dhanibanir Chhat | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Dhanibani | East | 2.12 km |
| Fakna | South-East | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siubar
Siubar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Naksalbari, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.3 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 >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Siubar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siubar 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 Siubar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siubar 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siubar
Where is Siubar located?
Siubar village is located in Naxalbari Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siubar?
The Gram Panchayat of Siubar is Maniram.
What is the pincode of Siubar?
The pincode of Siubar is 734429.
What is the population of Siubar?
Siubar has a total population of 1,052, including 514 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Siubar?
There are 193 households in Siubar.
What is the literacy rate in Siubar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siubar is 61.88%. Male literacy is 70.82% and female literacy is 53.35%.