Bishunathpur - Benipur, Darbhanga
Bishunathpur is a village situated in the Benipur subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Tarouni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunathpur is 227254. The village covers a total geographical area of 522 hectares and falls under the 847233 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bishunathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishunathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bishunathpur village had a total population of 7,587 people, including 3,911 males and 3,676 females, living in 1,479 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.30%, with male literacy at 60.50% and female literacy at 37.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 986.
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 | 7,587 | 3,911 | 3,676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,447 | 749 | 698 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 986 | 532 | 454 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,027 | 1,913 | 1,114 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,560 | 1,998 | 2,562 |
Nearby Villages of Bishunathpur
Bishunathpur 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 Bishunathpur
Bishunathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bishunathpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Benipur to Bishunathpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Bishunathpur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishunathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishunathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bishunathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bishunathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bishunathpur
Where is Bishunathpur located?
Bishunathpur village is located in Benipur Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bishunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunathpur is Tarouni.
What is the pincode of Bishunathpur?
The pincode of Bishunathpur is 847233.
What is the population of Bishunathpur?
Bishunathpur had a total population of 7,587, including 3,911 males and 3,676 females.
How many households are there in Bishunathpur?
Bishunathpur had 1,479 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunathpur was 49.30%. Male literacy was 60.50% and female literacy was 37.41%.