Bishunpur - Parsa, Saran
Bishunpur is a village situated in the Parsa subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parsa and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Anyay serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur is 234113. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.4 hectares and falls under the 841219 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bishunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amnour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Saran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bishunpur village had a total population of 2,453 people, including 1,240 males and 1,213 females, living in 356 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.57%, with male literacy at 83.64% and female literacy at 55.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 2,453 | 1,240 | 1,213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 219 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,408 | 854 | 554 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,045 | 386 | 659 |
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
Bishunpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Chapra to Bishunpur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Bishunpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bishunpur
Where is Bishunpur located?
Bishunpur village is located in Parsa Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur is Anyay.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur?
The pincode of Bishunpur is 841219.
What is the population of Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had a total population of 2,453, including 1,240 males and 1,213 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had 356 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur was 69.57%. Male literacy was 83.64% and female literacy was 55.23%.