Bishunpura - Guthani, Siwan
Bishunpura is a village situated in the Guthani subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guthani and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Sohagara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpura is 232161. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 841435 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bishunpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishunpura
As per Census 2011, Bishunpura village has a total population of 627 people, consisting of 295 males and 332 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,125 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 392 literate and 235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishunpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 627 | 295 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 50 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 89 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 33 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 223 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 72 | 163 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Bishunpura is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Bishunpura is about 46 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bishunpura
Where is Bishunpura located?
Bishunpura village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpura is Sohagara.
What is the pincode of Bishunpura?
The pincode of Bishunpura is 841435.
What is the population of Bishunpura?
Bishunpura has a total population of 627, including 295 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpura?
There are 97 households in Bishunpura.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpura is 62.52%. Male literacy is 75.59% and female literacy is 50.90%.