Bishnupur - Nimapada, Puri
Bishnupur is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bhiligram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishnupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishnupur is 408972. The village covers a total geographical area of 511 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 3 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 Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishnupur
As per Census 2011, Bishnupur village has a total population of 5,126 people, consisting of 2,605 males and 2,521 females. The village has 1,085 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 501 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,907 literate and 1,219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,553 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishnupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,126 | 2,605 | 2,521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 501 | 276 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,553 | 805 | 748 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 3,907 | 2,078 | 1,829 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,219 | 527 | 692 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhilisasan | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Sarbapada | South | 2.16 km |
| Denuan | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Bhiligram | East | 2.20 km |
| Ansalo | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Badarikilo | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Miteipur | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Bhilideuli | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Dhirapur | South | 3.22 km |
| Panchumaila | South-East | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bishnupur
Bishnupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bir Purushottampur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.9 km.
| 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 Nimapada to Bishnupur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bishnupur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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) | 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 Bishnupur
Where is Bishnupur located?
Bishnupur village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishnupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishnupur is Bhiligram.
What is the pincode of Bishnupur?
The pincode of Bishnupur is 752106.
What is the population of Bishnupur?
Bishnupur has a total population of 5,126, including 2,605 males and 2,521 females.
How many households are there in Bishnupur?
There are 1,085 households in Bishnupur.
What is the literacy rate in Bishnupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishnupur is 76.22%. Male literacy is 79.77% and female literacy is 72.55%.