Bishnu Nagar - Sissibargaon, Dhemaji
Bishnu Nagar is a village situated in the Sissibargaon subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 1.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sissibargaon and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Namoni Silasuti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishnu Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishnu Nagar is 289207. The village covers a total geographical area of 18 hectares and falls under the 787110 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bishnu Nagar 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 Bishnu Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Bishnu Nagar village had a total population of 398 people, including 210 males and 188 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.94%, with male literacy at 83.05% and female literacy at 63.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 354.
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 | 398 | 210 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 354 | 182 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 147 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 63 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Bishnu Nagar
Bishnu Nagar 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 Bishnu Nagar
Bishnu Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bishnu Nagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silapathar to Bishnu Nagar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Bishnu Nagar is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishnu Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishnu Nagar 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 Bishnu Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bishnu Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bishnu Nagar
Where is Bishnu Nagar located?
Bishnu Nagar village is located in Sissibargaon Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishnu Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishnu Nagar is Namoni Silasuti.
What is the pincode of Bishnu Nagar?
The pincode of Bishnu Nagar is 787110.
What is the population of Bishnu Nagar?
Bishnu Nagar had a total population of 398, including 210 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Bishnu Nagar?
Bishnu Nagar had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishnu Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishnu Nagar was 73.94%. Male literacy was 83.05% and female literacy was 63.40%.