Bishunpurwa Village - Sikta, Pashchim Champaran
Bishunpurwa is a village situated in the Sikta subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikta and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Maswas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpurwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpurwa is 217269. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 845307 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 50 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 1,256 people, consisting of 662 males and 594 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 281 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 607 literate and 649 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishunpurwa are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,256 | 662 | 594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 160 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 109 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 607 | 401 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 649 | 261 | 388 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipariya | South | 1.20 km |
| Maswas | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Indarwa | North | 1.46 km |
| Belwa | East | 1.49 km |
| Gamhariya Anand Sagar | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Sirisiya Nizamat | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Sabaithwa | North | 2.66 km |
| Purandra | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Laukariya | South | 2.80 km |
| Sugaha | West | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bishunpurwa
Public transport in the Bishunpurwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhelwa, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.0 km.
| 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 Bettiah to Bishunpurwa is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 >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 Sikta Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpurwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpurwa is Maswas.
What is the pincode of Bishunpurwa?
The pincode of Bishunpurwa is 845307.
What is the population of Bishunpurwa?
Bishunpurwa has a total population of 1,256, including 662 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpurwa?
There are 231 households in Bishunpurwa.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpurwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpurwa is 48.33%. Male literacy is 60.57% and female literacy is 34.68%.