Bishanpura - Abohar, Fazilka
Bishanpura is a village situated in the Abohar tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 21 km from Abohar and around 99 km from Firozpur. Bishan Pura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishanpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishanpura is 035222. The village covers a total geographical area of 1681 hectares and falls under the 152118 pincode. Abohar is the nearest town.
Bishanpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishanpura
As per Census 2011, Bishanpura village has a total population of 2,465 people, consisting of 1,300 males and 1,165 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,251 literate and 1,214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 914 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishanpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,465 | 1,300 | 1,165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 154 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 914 | 487 | 427 |
| Literate Population | 1,251 | 772 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,214 | 528 | 686 |
Nearby Villages of Bishanpura
Bishanpura 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 Bishanpura
Bishanpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Firozpur to Bishanpura is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishanpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishanpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bishanpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bishanpura 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 Bishanpura
Where is Bishanpura located?
Bishanpura village is located in Abohar Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishanpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishanpura is Bishan Pura.
What is the pincode of Bishanpura?
The pincode of Bishanpura is 152118.
What is the population of Bishanpura?
Bishanpura has a total population of 2,465, including 1,300 males and 1,165 females.
How many households are there in Bishanpura?
There are 478 households in Bishanpura.
What is the literacy rate in Bishanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishanpura is 50.75%. Male literacy is 59.38% and female literacy is 41.12%.