Bisnupur - Jonai, Dhemaji
Bisnupur is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Ramdhan Dikhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bisnupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bisnupur is 289353. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 787060 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Bisnupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bisnupur
As per Census 2011, Bisnupur village has a total population of 131 people, consisting of 79 males and 52 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 658 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 55 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bisnupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 131 | 79 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 78 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 43 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 36 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Bisnupur
Bisnupur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bisnupur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bisnupur.
| 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 Silapathar to Bisnupur is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Bisnupur is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bisnupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bisnupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bisnupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bisnupur 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 Bisnupur
Where is Bisnupur located?
Bisnupur village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bisnupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bisnupur is Ramdhan Dikhari.
What is the pincode of Bisnupur?
The pincode of Bisnupur is 787060.
What is the population of Bisnupur?
Bisnupur has a total population of 131, including 79 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Bisnupur?
There are 26 households in Bisnupur.
What is the literacy rate in Bisnupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bisnupur is 41.98%. Male literacy is 54.43% and female literacy is 23.08%.