Bishunpur - Shambhuganj, Banka
Bishunpur is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Pakariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur is 240496. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 813211 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bishunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bishunpur village had a total population of 964 people, including 516 males and 448 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.54%, with male literacy at 75.56% and female literacy at 64.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 124.
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 | 964 | 516 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 69 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 589 | 340 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 176 | 199 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bishunpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | 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 Bishunpur
Where is Bishunpur located?
Bishunpur village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur is Pakariya.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur?
The pincode of Bishunpur is 813211.
What is the population of Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had a total population of 964, including 516 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur was 70.54%. Male literacy was 75.56% and female literacy was 64.68%.