Bishnupur - Naobaicha, Lakhimpur
Bishnupur is a village situated in the Naobaicha subdivision of Lakhimpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilotia and around 21 km from the district headquarters in North Lakhimpur. Pachim Nowboicha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishnupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishnupur is 287865. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.31 hectares and falls under the 787023 pincode. Lakhimpur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Bishnupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naoboicha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishnupur
According to the 2011 Census, Bishnupur village had a total population of 1,238 people, including 625 males and 613 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.30%, with male literacy at 76.80% and female literacy at 63.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 263.
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 | 1,238 | 625 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 112 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 128 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 722 | 394 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 231 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Bishnupur
Bishnupur 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 Bishnupur
Bishnupur 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 Bishnupur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Lakhimpur to Bishnupur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from North Lakhimpur to Bishnupur is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishnupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishnupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bishnupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bishnupur 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 Bishnupur
Where is Bishnupur located?
Bishnupur village is located in Naobaicha Subdivision, Lakhimpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishnupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishnupur is Pachim Nowboicha.
What is the pincode of Bishnupur?
The pincode of Bishnupur is 787023.
What is the population of Bishnupur?
Bishnupur had a total population of 1,238, including 625 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Bishnupur?
Bishnupur had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishnupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishnupur was 70.30%. Male literacy was 76.80% and female literacy was 63.81%.