Bishunpur - Tarhasi, Palamu
Bishunpur is a village situated in the Tarhasi subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tahrasi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Tarhansi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur is 366150. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.82 hectares and falls under the 822118 pincode. Medninagar is the nearest town.
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 226 people, including 110 males and 116 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.10%, with male literacy at 70.45% and female literacy at 46.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130.
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 | 226 | 110 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 62 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 48 | 74 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Medininagar (daltonganj) to Bishunpur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bishunpur
Where is Bishunpur located?
Bishunpur village is located in Tarhasi Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur is Tarhansi.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur?
The pincode of Bishunpur is 822118.
What is the population of Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had a total population of 226, including 110 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur was 58.10%. Male literacy was 70.45% and female literacy was 46.15%.