Bishunpur - Purnia East, Purnia
Bishunpur is a village situated in the Purnia East subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purnia East and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Bikram Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur is 223514. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 854301 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bishunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bishunpur village had a total population of 540 people, including 280 males and 260 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.08%, with male literacy at 77.59% and female literacy at 66.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 540 | 280 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 48 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 180 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 100 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Bishunpur
Bishunpur 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 Bishunpur
Public transport in the Bishunpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Bishunpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishunpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishunpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bishunpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bishunpur 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 Bishunpur
Where is Bishunpur located?
Bishunpur village is located in Purnia East Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur is Bikram Pur.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur?
The pincode of Bishunpur is 854301.
What is the population of Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had a total population of 540, including 280 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur was 72.08%. Male literacy was 77.59% and female literacy was 66.52%.