Biswaspur - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Biswaspur is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Bhuriya Mahiyama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biswaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biswaspur is 240277. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Biswaspur 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 Biswaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Biswaspur village had a total population of 1,238 people, including 661 males and 577 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.48%, with male literacy at 89.75% and female literacy at 59.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 661 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 134 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 93 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 751 | 473 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 188 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Biswaspur
Biswaspur 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 Biswaspur
Biswaspur 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Biswaspur 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 Biswaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biswaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Biswaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biswaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biswaspur
Where is Biswaspur located?
Biswaspur village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biswaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Biswaspur is Bhuriya Mahiyama.
What is the pincode of Biswaspur?
The pincode of Biswaspur is 813205.
What is the population of Biswaspur?
Biswaspur had a total population of 1,238, including 661 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Biswaspur?
Biswaspur had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biswaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biswaspur was 75.48%. Male literacy was 89.75% and female literacy was 59.40%.