Bishunpur - Balumath, Latehar
Bishunpur is a village situated in the Balumath subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balumath and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Marang Loiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur is 367412. The village covers a total geographical area of 957.55 hectares and falls under the 829202 pincode.
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 Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishunpur
As per Census 2011, Bishunpur village has a total population of 1,207 people, consisting of 601 males and 606 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 803 literate and 404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 548 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishunpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,207 | 601 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 548 | 276 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 803 | 445 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 156 | 248 |
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 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Bishunpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bishunpur
Where is Bishunpur located?
Bishunpur village is located in Balumath Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur is Marang Loiya.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur?
The pincode of Bishunpur is 829202.
What is the population of Bishunpur?
Bishunpur has a total population of 1,207, including 601 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
There are 223 households in Bishunpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur is 66.53%. Male literacy is 74.04% and female literacy is 59.08%.