Bishunpur - Itarhi, Buxar
Bishunpur is a village situated in the Itarhi subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itarhi and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Indaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur is 248814. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.8 hectares and falls under the 802123 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 24 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 645 people, including 326 males and 319 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.99%, with male literacy at 78.71% and female literacy at 47.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 404.
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 | 645 | 326 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 77 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 404 | 208 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 196 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 130 | 195 |
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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Bishunpur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bishunpur
Where is Bishunpur located?
Bishunpur village is located in Itarhi Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur is Indaur.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur?
The pincode of Bishunpur is 802123.
What is the population of Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had a total population of 645, including 326 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur was 62.99%. Male literacy was 78.71% and female literacy was 47.88%.