Bishunpur - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Bishunpur is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Pothia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur is 240281. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Bishunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bishunpur village had a total population of 140 people, including 70 males and 70 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.67%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 23.33%.
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 | 140 | 70 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 24 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 46 | 56 |
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 5-10 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 Colgong to Bishunpur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Bishunpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 >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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bishunpur
Where is Bishunpur located?
Bishunpur village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur is Pothia.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur?
The pincode of Bishunpur is 813205.
What is the population of Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had a total population of 140, including 70 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur was 31.67%. Male literacy was 40.00% and female literacy was 23.33%.