Bishunpur - Saraiyahat, Dumka
Bishunpur is a village situated in the Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraiyahat and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Dhanwe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur is 369535. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
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 729 people, including 380 males and 349 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.80%, with male literacy at 91.18% and female literacy at 79.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 177.
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 | 729 | 380 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 40 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 91 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 310 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 70 | 109 |
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
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Bishunpur is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Bishunpur
Where is Bishunpur located?
Bishunpur village is located in Saraiyahat Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur is Dhanwe.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur?
The pincode of Bishunpur is 814145.
What is the population of Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had a total population of 729, including 380 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur was 85.80%. Male literacy was 91.18% and female literacy was 79.73%.