Bishunpur - Belhar, Banka
Bishunpur is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Bahorna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur is 241565. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 813207 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bishunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishunpur
As per Census 2011, Bishunpur village has a total population of 1,918 people, consisting of 1,009 males and 909 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 344 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 815 literate and 1,103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 457 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishunpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,918 | 1,009 | 909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 176 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 237 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 815 | 509 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,103 | 500 | 603 |
Nearby Villages of Bishunpur
Bishunpur 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 Bishunpur
Bishunpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Banka to Bishunpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishunpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishunpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bishunpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bishunpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bishunpur
Where is Bishunpur located?
Bishunpur village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur is Bahorna.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur?
The pincode of Bishunpur is 813207.
What is the population of Bishunpur?
Bishunpur has a total population of 1,918, including 1,009 males and 909 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
There are 371 households in Bishunpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur is 42.49%. Male literacy is 50.45% and female literacy is 33.66%.