Bishunpur - Charaut, Sitamarhi
Bishunpur is a village situated in the Charaut subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charaut and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Choraut Uttar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur is 219693. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 843319 pincode. Janakpur Road is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bishunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bishunpur village had a total population of 538 people, including 286 males and 252 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.37%, with male literacy at 34.95% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 538.
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 | 538 | 286 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 538 | 286 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 72 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 214 | 208 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bishunpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Janakpur Road to Bishunpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Bishunpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bishunpur
Where is Bishunpur located?
Bishunpur village is located in Charaut Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur is Choraut Uttar.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur?
The pincode of Bishunpur is 843319.
What is the population of Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had a total population of 538, including 286 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur was 30.37%. Male literacy was 34.95% and female literacy was 25.00%.