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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishunpur
As per Census 2011, Bishunpur village has a total population of 964 people, consisting of 516 males and 448 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 589 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishunpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 964 | 516 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 69 | 55 |
| 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 has a total population of 964, including 516 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
There are 182 households in Bishunpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur is 61.10%. Male literacy is 65.89% and female literacy is 55.58%.