Bisnupur - Gandia, Dhenkanal
Bisnupur is a village situated in the Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandia and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Sadangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bisnupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bisnupur is 402723. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 759016 pincode. Bhuban is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bisnupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhenkanal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Bisnupur
According to the 2011 Census, Bisnupur village had a total population of 257 people, including 131 males and 126 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.21%, with male literacy at 94.92% and female literacy at 89.38%.
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 | 257 | 131 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 112 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 19 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Bisnupur
Bisnupur 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 Bisnupur
Public transport in the Bisnupur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhuban to Bisnupur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Bisnupur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bisnupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bisnupur 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 Bisnupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bisnupur 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 Bisnupur
Where is Bisnupur located?
Bisnupur village is located in Gandia Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bisnupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bisnupur is Sadangi.
What is the pincode of Bisnupur?
The pincode of Bisnupur is 759016.
What is the population of Bisnupur?
Bisnupur had a total population of 257, including 131 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Bisnupur?
Bisnupur had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bisnupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bisnupur was 92.21%. Male literacy was 94.92% and female literacy was 89.38%.