Bishunpur - Sonbarsa, Sitamarhi
Bishunpur is a village situated in the Sonbarsa subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonbarsa and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Bishunpur Adhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur is 219091. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.74 hectares and falls under the 843330 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 27 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 Parihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitamarhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishunpur
As per Census 2011, Bishunpur village has a total population of 4,711 people, consisting of 2,472 males and 2,239 females. The village has 942 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 982 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,178 literate and 2,533 illiterate residents. Additionally, 424 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishunpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,711 | 2,472 | 2,239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 982 | 509 | 473 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 424 | 214 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 2,178 | 1,390 | 788 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,533 | 1,082 | 1,451 |
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
Public transport in the Bishunpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sitamarhi to Bishunpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bishunpur
Where is Bishunpur located?
Bishunpur village is located in Sonbarsa Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur is Bishunpur Adhar.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur?
The pincode of Bishunpur is 843330.
What is the population of Bishunpur?
Bishunpur has a total population of 4,711, including 2,472 males and 2,239 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
There are 942 households in Bishunpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur is 46.23%. Male literacy is 56.23% and female literacy is 35.19%.