Bishunpur - Banke Bazar, Gaya
Bishunpur is a village situated in the Banke Bazar subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banke Bazar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Barheta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur is 255892. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 824217 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bishunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishunpur
As per Census 2011, Bishunpur village has a total population of 1,129 people, consisting of 583 males and 546 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 695 literate and 434 illiterate residents. Additionally, 249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishunpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,129 | 583 | 546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 83 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 133 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 695 | 427 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 156 | 278 |
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 Sherghati to Bishunpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bishunpur
Where is Bishunpur located?
Bishunpur village is located in Banke Bazar Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur is Barheta.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur?
The pincode of Bishunpur is 824217.
What is the population of Bishunpur?
Bishunpur has a total population of 1,129, including 583 males and 546 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
There are 183 households in Bishunpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur is 61.56%. Male literacy is 73.24% and female literacy is 49.08%.