Bishunpur - Patarghat, Saharsa
Bishunpur is a village situated in the Patarghat subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patarghat and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Bishanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur is 226512. The village covers a total geographical area of 583 hectares and falls under the 852107 pincode. Madhepura is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Bishunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishunpur
As per Census 2011, Bishunpur village has a total population of 6,590 people, consisting of 3,472 males and 3,118 females. The village has 1,417 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,043 literate and 3,547 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,057 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishunpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,590 | 3,472 | 3,118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,346 | 662 | 684 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,057 | 540 | 517 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,043 | 1,833 | 1,210 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,547 | 1,639 | 1,908 |
Nearby Villages of Bishunpur
Bishunpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kapasia | South | 2.63 km |
| Kanp | West | 2.97 km |
| Dhabauli | East | 3.55 km |
| Patarghat | South | 5.14 km |
| Sahgaura | South-East | 6.06 km |
| Gulam | South | 6.23 km |
| Silet | West | 6.24 km |
| Lachhmipur | South | 6.58 km |
| Pastpar | East | 6.78 km |
| Kishunpur | South-East | 7.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bishunpur
Bishunpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dauram Madhepura, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.1 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhepura to Bishunpur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Saharsa to Bishunpur is about 15 km, with the usual travel time 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bishunpur
Where is Bishunpur located?
Bishunpur village is located in Patarghat Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur is Bishanpur.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur?
The pincode of Bishunpur is 852107.
What is the population of Bishunpur?
Bishunpur has a total population of 6,590, including 3,472 males and 3,118 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
There are 1,417 households in Bishunpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur is 46.18%. Male literacy is 52.79% and female literacy is 38.81%.