Bishunpur - Hussainabad, Palamu
Bishunpur is a village situated in the Hussainabad subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. Daruabeni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur is 364981. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.88 hectares and falls under the 822116 pincode.
Bishunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bishunpur village had a total population of 290 people, including 160 males and 130 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.25%, with male literacy at 74.60% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101.
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 | 290 | 160 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 34 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 59 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 94 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 66 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Bishunpur
Bishunpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Langar Kot | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Kusumhara | East | 1.15 km |
| Darua | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Gamharia | South | 1.74 km |
| Majhiaon | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Araji Bhairopur | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Bhagwan Bigha | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Piparbar | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Upri Kalan | South | 2.54 km |
| Beni Khurd | East | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bishunpur
Bishunpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Japla, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 126.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bishunpur
Where is Bishunpur located?
Bishunpur village is located in Hussainabad Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur is Daruabeni.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur?
The pincode of Bishunpur is 822116.
What is the population of Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had a total population of 290, including 160 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur was 65.25%. Male literacy was 74.60% and female literacy was 54.55%.