Bishnupur - Bhandari Pokhari, Bhadrak
Bishnupur is a village situated in the Bhandari Pokhari tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Dhamanagar and around 10 km from Bhadrak. Bishnupur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishnupur is 394599. The village covers a total geographical area of 392 hectares and falls under the 756117 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Bhandaripokhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishnupur
As per Census 2011, Bishnupur village has a total population of 2,140 people, consisting of 1,096 males and 1,044 females. The village has 419 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,661 literate and 479 illiterate residents. Additionally, 523 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishnupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,140 | 1,096 | 1,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 117 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 523 | 256 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,661 | 898 | 763 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 198 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Bishnupur
Bishnupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Adampur | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Mulagan | North | 1.47 km |
| Mirhasanpur | East | 1.68 km |
| Bibhutipur | East | 1.94 km |
| Gohirani | North | 1.96 km |
| Jagannathpur | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Bahudarada | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Nalanga | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Gopalpur | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Jalamandua | South | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bishnupur
Bishnupur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Baudpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Bishnupur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Bishnupur is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bishnupur
Where is Bishnupur located?
Bishnupur village is located in Bhandari Pokhari Tehsil, Bhadrak 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 756117.
What is the population of Bishnupur?
Bishnupur has a total population of 2,140, including 1,096 males and 1,044 females.
How many households are there in Bishnupur?
There are 419 households in Bishnupur.
What is the literacy rate in Bishnupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishnupur is 77.62%. Male literacy is 81.93% and female literacy is 73.08%.