Bishunpur Chaudhary - Basantpur, Supaul
Bishunpur Chaudhary is a village situated in the Basantpur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basantpur and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Vishanpur Shivram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur Chaudhary village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur Chaudhary is 220989. The village covers a total geographical area of 701 hectares and falls under the 854340 pincode. Birpur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bishunpur Chaudhary village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishunpur Chaudhary
As per Census 2011, Bishunpur Chaudhary village has a total population of 3,076 people, consisting of 1,566 males and 1,510 females. The village has 726 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 538 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,422 literate and 1,654 illiterate residents. Additionally, 483 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishunpur Chaudhary are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,076 | 1,566 | 1,510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 538 | 268 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 483 | 246 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,422 | 878 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,654 | 688 | 966 |
Nearby Villages of Bishunpur Chaudhary
Bishunpur Chaudhary is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishunpur Shiwaram | South | 1.85 km |
| Surea Urf Siripur | West | 2.06 km |
| Sitapur | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Parwaha Chakla | West | 2.22 km |
| Kusahar Arazi | East | 2.54 km |
| Parwaha | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Gareria Chakla | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Balua | South | 3.34 km |
| Bhawanipur | North | 3.57 km |
| Kamatpur | West | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bishunpur Chaudhary
Bishunpur Chaudhary is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Birpur to Bishunpur Chaudhary is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Bishunpur Chaudhary is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishunpur Chaudhary
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishunpur Chaudhary 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 Chaudhary
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 Chaudhary village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bishunpur Chaudhary
Where is Bishunpur Chaudhary located?
Bishunpur Chaudhary village is located in Basantpur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpur Chaudhary?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur Chaudhary is Vishanpur Shivram.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur Chaudhary?
The pincode of Bishunpur Chaudhary is 854340.
What is the population of Bishunpur Chaudhary?
Bishunpur Chaudhary has a total population of 3,076, including 1,566 males and 1,510 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur Chaudhary?
There are 726 households in Bishunpur Chaudhary.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur Chaudhary?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur Chaudhary is 46.23%. Male literacy is 56.07% and female literacy is 36.03%.