Bishunpur - Madhwapur, Madhubani
Bishunpur is a village situated in the Madhwapur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhwapur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Bisanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur is 219850. The village covers a total geographical area of 499 hectares and falls under the 847102 pincode. Janakpur Road 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 6,658 people, consisting of 3,336 males and 3,322 females. The village has 1,357 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,375 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,669 literate and 3,989 illiterate residents. Additionally, 712 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 | 6,658 | 3,336 | 3,322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,375 | 703 | 672 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 712 | 357 | 355 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,669 | 1,569 | 1,100 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,989 | 1,767 | 2,222 |
Nearby Villages of Bishunpur
Bishunpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pakri | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Pakar Sam | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Sohraul | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Dhanukhi | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Taraia | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Samada | East | 3.01 km |
| Minti | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Madhopur | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Lorika | East | 3.50 km |
| Baingra | North | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bishunpur
Bishunpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jogiara, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Janakpur Road to Bishunpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Bishunpur is about 40 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 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bishunpur
Where is Bishunpur located?
Bishunpur village is located in Madhwapur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur is Bisanpur.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur?
The pincode of Bishunpur is 847102.
What is the population of Bishunpur?
Bishunpur has a total population of 6,658, including 3,336 males and 3,322 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
There are 1,357 households in Bishunpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur is 40.09%. Male literacy is 47.03% and female literacy is 33.11%.