Bishunpur Diha - Singhia, Samastipur
Bishunpur Diha is a village situated in the Singhia subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhia and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Bishunpur Diha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur Diha is 237233. The village covers a total geographical area of 342 hectares and falls under the 848209 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bishunpur Diha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hasanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khagaria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishunpur Diha
As per Census 2011, Bishunpur Diha village has a total population of 6,229 people, consisting of 3,273 males and 2,956 females. The village has 1,256 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,977 literate and 3,252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 836 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishunpur Diha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,229 | 3,273 | 2,956 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,143 | 606 | 537 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 836 | 435 | 401 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,977 | 1,834 | 1,143 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,252 | 1,439 | 1,813 |
Nearby Villages of Bishunpur Diha
Bishunpur Diha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karahi | South | 1.74 km |
| Son Mani | East | 1.88 km |
| Basudewa | North | 2.07 km |
| Parhat | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Salepur | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Bharaia Nirpur | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Mahra | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Golea | North | 2.91 km |
| Arazi Maguraha | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Bhirar | South | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bishunpur Diha
Bishunpur Diha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baraipura Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rosera to Bishunpur Diha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Bishunpur Diha is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishunpur Diha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishunpur Diha 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bishunpur Diha
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 Diha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bishunpur Diha
Where is Bishunpur Diha located?
Bishunpur Diha village is located in Singhia Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpur Diha?
Bishunpur Diha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur Diha?
The pincode of Bishunpur Diha is 848209.
What is the population of Bishunpur Diha?
Bishunpur Diha has a total population of 6,229, including 3,273 males and 2,956 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur Diha?
There are 1,256 households in Bishunpur Diha.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur Diha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur Diha is 47.79%. Male literacy is 56.03% and female literacy is 38.67%.