Bishunia - Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi, Darbhanga
Bishunia is a village situated in the Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Itahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunia is 227942. The village covers a total geographical area of 196 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Bishunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishunia
As per Census 2011, Bishunia village has a total population of 1,538 people, consisting of 773 males and 765 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 373 literate and 1,165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 658 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishunia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,538 | 773 | 765 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 214 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 658 | 332 | 326 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 288 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,165 | 485 | 680 |
Nearby Villages of Bishunia
Bishunia 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 Bishunia
Bishunia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bishunia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Bishunia is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Bishunia is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishunia 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 Bishunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bishunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bishunia
Where is Bishunia located?
Bishunia village is located in Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunia is Itahar.
What is the pincode of Bishunia?
The pincode of Bishunia is 847203.
What is the population of Bishunia?
Bishunia has a total population of 1,538, including 773 males and 765 females.
How many households are there in Bishunia?
There are 314 households in Bishunia.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunia is 24.25%. Male literacy is 37.26% and female literacy is 11.11%.