Bishunpurwa - Narkatiaganj, Pashchim Champaran
Bishunpurwa is a village situated in the Narkatiaganj subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narkatiaganj and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Manwa Parsi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpurwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpurwa is 216586. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.35 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 6 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 Narkatiaganj 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 2,850 people, consisting of 1,503 males and 1,347 females. The village has 531 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 643 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,064 literate and 1,786 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishunpurwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,850 | 1,503 | 1,347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 643 | 327 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 126 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,064 | 644 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,786 | 859 | 927 |
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
Bishunpurwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bishunpurwa has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Bishunpurwa is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Bishunpurwa is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bishunpurwa
Where is Bishunpurwa located?
Bishunpurwa village is located in Narkatiaganj Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpurwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpurwa is Manwa Parsi.
What is the pincode of Bishunpurwa?
The pincode of Bishunpurwa is 845455.
What is the population of Bishunpurwa?
Bishunpurwa has a total population of 2,850, including 1,503 males and 1,347 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpurwa?
There are 531 households in Bishunpurwa.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpurwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpurwa is 37.33%. Male literacy is 42.85% and female literacy is 31.18%.