Bishunpur Raghunath - Chanpatia, Pashchim Champaran
Bishunpur Raghunath is a village situated in the Chanpatia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanpatia and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Lakhaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur Raghunath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur Raghunath is 217178. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 845450 pincode. Chanpatia is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Bishunpur Raghunath village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishunpur Raghunath
As per Census 2011, Bishunpur Raghunath village has a total population of 1,646 people, consisting of 887 males and 759 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 637 literate and 1,009 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishunpur Raghunath are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,646 | 887 | 759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 171 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 154 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 637 | 441 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,009 | 446 | 563 |
Nearby Villages of Bishunpur Raghunath
Bishunpur Raghunath 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhaura Nazamat | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Mohna Kuli | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Barwa Dhap | North | 1.64 km |
| Sembhapur | North | 2.04 km |
| Moti Chhapar | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Jina Chap | South | 2.40 km |
| Khardeur | West | 2.61 km |
| Kaithwalia | North | 2.83 km |
| Lagunaha | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Gidha | North-East | 3.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bishunpur Raghunath
Bishunpur Raghunath is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kumarbagh, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.8 km.
| 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 Chanpatia to Bishunpur Raghunath is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Bishunpur Raghunath is about 11 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishunpur Raghunath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishunpur Raghunath village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bishunpur Raghunath
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 Raghunath village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bishunpur Raghunath
Where is Bishunpur Raghunath located?
Bishunpur Raghunath village is located in Chanpatia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpur Raghunath?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur Raghunath is Lakhaura.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur Raghunath?
The pincode of Bishunpur Raghunath is 845450.
What is the population of Bishunpur Raghunath?
Bishunpur Raghunath has a total population of 1,646, including 887 males and 759 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur Raghunath?
There are 274 households in Bishunpur Raghunath.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur Raghunath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur Raghunath is 38.70%. Male literacy is 49.72% and female literacy is 25.82%.