Bishunpur - Lawalaung, Chatra
Bishunpur is a village situated in the Lawalaung subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lawalaung and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Kolkole Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur is 348554. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.85 hectares and falls under the 825103 pincode.
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 337 people, including 175 males and 162 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.22%, with male literacy at 42.54% and female literacy at 33.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 337.
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 | 337 | 175 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 337 | 175 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 57 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 118 | 120 |
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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Bishunpur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bishunpur
Where is Bishunpur located?
Bishunpur village is located in Lawalaung Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur is Kolkole Kala.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur?
The pincode of Bishunpur is 825103.
What is the population of Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had a total population of 337, including 175 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur was 38.22%. Male literacy was 42.54% and female literacy was 33.60%.