Bishunpura - Bihta, Patna
Bishunpura is a village situated in the Bihta subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bihta and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Bishunpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpura is 245426. The village covers a total geographical area of 238 hectares and falls under the 801111 pincode. Bihata is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bishunpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pataliputra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishunpura
As per Census 2011, Bishunpura village has a total population of 4,942 people, consisting of 2,632 males and 2,310 females. The village has 627 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 619 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,725 literate and 1,217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishunpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,942 | 2,632 | 2,310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 619 | 351 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,725 | 2,141 | 1,584 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,217 | 491 | 726 |
Nearby Villages of Bishunpura
Bishunpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bazidpur | South-East | 0.97 km |
| Madhopur | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Kanhauli | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Parkhotimpur Painathi | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Samsara | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Sadisopur | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Ibrahimpur | South | 2.50 km |
| Kutlupur | North | 2.58 km |
| Basaurha | East | 2.61 km |
| Sirichandpur | East | 3.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bishunpura
Bishunpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Patel Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bihata to Bishunpura is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Bishunpura is about 30 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 Bishunpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishunpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bishunpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bishunpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bishunpura
Where is Bishunpura located?
Bishunpura village is located in Bihta Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpura?
Bishunpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bishunpura?
The pincode of Bishunpura is 801111.
What is the population of Bishunpura?
Bishunpura has a total population of 4,942, including 2,632 males and 2,310 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpura?
There are 627 households in Bishunpura.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpura is 75.37%. Male literacy is 81.34% and female literacy is 68.57%.