Bishnupur - Baliapal, Balasore
Bishnupur is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Baliapal and around 52 km from Baleshwar. Bishnupur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishnupur is 391979. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 756026 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Bishnupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishnupur
According to the 2011 Census, Bishnupur village had a total population of 703 people, including 354 males and 349 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.69%, with male literacy at 95.85% and female literacy at 75.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
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 | 703 | 354 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 539 | 300 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 54 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Bishnupur
Bishnupur 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 Bishnupur
Bishnupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Bishnupur is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bishnupur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishnupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishnupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bishnupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bishnupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bishnupur
Where is Bishnupur located?
Bishnupur village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bishnupur?
Bishnupur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bishnupur?
The pincode of Bishnupur is 756026.
What is the population of Bishnupur?
Bishnupur had a total population of 703, including 354 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Bishnupur?
Bishnupur had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishnupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishnupur was 85.69%. Male literacy was 95.85% and female literacy was 75.63%.