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
According to the 2011 Census, Siubar village had a total population of 1,052 people, including 514 males and 538 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.53%, with male literacy at 80.18% and female literacy at 61.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 201, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 474.
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 | 1,052 | 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 had a total population of 1,052, including 514 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Siubar?
Siubar had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siubar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siubar was 70.53%. Male literacy was 80.18% and female literacy was 61.19%.