Bishunpura - Mashrakh, Saran
Bishunpura is a village situated in the Mashrakh subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mashrakh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Jajauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpura is 232845. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 841417 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Bishunpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishunpura
According to the 2011 Census, Bishunpura village had a total population of 2,526 people, including 1,291 males and 1,235 females, living in 356 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.10%, with male literacy at 70.95% and female literacy at 47.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 235, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,526 | 1,291 | 1,235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 210 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 120 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,266 | 767 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,260 | 524 | 736 |
Nearby Villages of Bishunpura
Bishunpura 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 Bishunpura
Bishunpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bishunpura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Bishunpura is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Bishunpura is about 50 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 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bishunpura
Where is Bishunpura located?
Bishunpura village is located in Mashrakh Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpura is Jajauli.
What is the pincode of Bishunpura?
The pincode of Bishunpura is 841417.
What is the population of Bishunpura?
Bishunpura had a total population of 2,526, including 1,291 males and 1,235 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpura?
Bishunpura had 356 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpura was 59.10%. Male literacy was 70.95% and female literacy was 47.03%.