Bishunpurwa - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Bishunpurwa is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Siswania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpurwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpurwa is 216777. The village covers a total geographical area of 198 hectares and falls under the 845453 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bishunpurwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lauriya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishunpurwa
As per Census 2011, Bishunpurwa village has a total population of 4,160 people, consisting of 2,138 males and 2,022 females. The village has 783 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 919 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,757 literate and 2,403 illiterate residents. Additionally, 150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishunpurwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,160 | 2,138 | 2,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 919 | 452 | 467 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 72 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 39 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 1,757 | 1,167 | 590 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,403 | 971 | 1,432 |
Nearby Villages of Bishunpurwa
Bishunpurwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharwa | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Siswania | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Pararawan | East | 1.71 km |
| Kataia | West | 1.98 km |
| Marahia | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Loharpatia | South | 3.14 km |
| Gaunaria | South | 3.15 km |
| Sahadatpur | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Pachbhirwa | West | 3.18 km |
| Dhobini | North-East | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bishunpurwa
Bishunpurwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sathi, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 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 Narkatiyaganj to Bishunpurwa is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Bishunpurwa is about 31 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 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | 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 Bishunpurwa
Where is Bishunpurwa located?
Bishunpurwa village is located in Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpurwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpurwa is Siswania.
What is the pincode of Bishunpurwa?
The pincode of Bishunpurwa is 845453.
What is the population of Bishunpurwa?
Bishunpurwa has a total population of 4,160, including 2,138 males and 2,022 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpurwa?
There are 783 households in Bishunpurwa.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpurwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpurwa is 42.24%. Male literacy is 54.58% and female literacy is 29.18%.