Bishunpurwa - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Bishunpurwa is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Shitthi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpurwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpurwa is 216341. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bishunpurwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishunpurwa
As per Census 2011, Bishunpurwa village has a total population of 518 people, consisting of 275 males and 243 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 83 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishunpurwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 518 | 275 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 129 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 38 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 194 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 81 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Bishunpurwa
Bishunpurwa 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 Bishunpurwa
Public transport in the Bishunpurwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Narkatiyaganj to Bishunpurwa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Bishunpurwa is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishunpurwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishunpurwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bishunpurwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bishunpurwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bishunpurwa
Where is Bishunpurwa located?
Bishunpurwa village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpurwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpurwa is Shitthi.
What is the pincode of Bishunpurwa?
The pincode of Bishunpurwa is 845455.
What is the population of Bishunpurwa?
Bishunpurwa has a total population of 518, including 275 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpurwa?
There are 99 households in Bishunpurwa.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpurwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpurwa is 65.25%. Male literacy is 70.55% and female literacy is 59.26%.