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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bishunpur village had a total population of 1,129 people, including 583 males and 546 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.47%, with male literacy at 85.40% and female literacy at 58.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 249, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,129 | 583 | 546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 83 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 133 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,129, including 583 males and 546 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur was 72.47%. Male literacy was 85.40% and female literacy was 58.39%.