Bishunpur Kewathar - Singhia, Samastipur
Bishunpur Kewathar is a village situated in the Singhia subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhia and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Keontahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur Kewathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur Kewathar is 237245. The village covers a total geographical area of 357 hectares and falls under the 848206 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bishunpur Kewathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rosera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishunpur Kewathar
As per Census 2011, Bishunpur Kewathar village has a total population of 3,882 people, consisting of 1,996 males and 1,886 females. The village has 849 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 849 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,422 literate and 2,460 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishunpur Kewathar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,882 | 1,996 | 1,886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 849 | 445 | 404 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,285 | 673 | 612 |
| Literate Population | 1,422 | 926 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,460 | 1,070 | 1,390 |
Nearby Villages of Bishunpur Kewathar
Bishunpur Kewathar 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 Kewathar
Bishunpur Kewathar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Bishunpur Kewathar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Bishunpur Kewathar is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishunpur Kewathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishunpur Kewathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bishunpur Kewathar
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 Kewathar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bishunpur Kewathar
Where is Bishunpur Kewathar located?
Bishunpur Kewathar village is located in Singhia Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpur Kewathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur Kewathar is Keontahar.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur Kewathar?
The pincode of Bishunpur Kewathar is 848206.
What is the population of Bishunpur Kewathar?
Bishunpur Kewathar has a total population of 3,882, including 1,996 males and 1,886 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur Kewathar?
There are 849 households in Bishunpur Kewathar.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur Kewathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur Kewathar is 36.63%. Male literacy is 46.39% and female literacy is 26.30%.