Bishnupur - Dharmanagar, North Tripura
Bishnupur is a village situated in the Dharmanagar subdivision of North Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 7 km from Kadamtala and around 40 km from Kailasahar. Bishnupur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishnupur is 272624. The village covers a total geographical area of 588 hectares and falls under the 799261 pincode. Dharmanagar is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Bagbassa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishnupur
As per Census 2011, Bishnupur village has a total population of 4,502 people, consisting of 2,302 males and 2,200 females. The village has 911 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 688 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,531 literate and 971 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,841 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishnupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,502 | 2,302 | 2,200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 688 | 339 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,841 | 937 | 904 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,531 | 1,843 | 1,688 |
| Illiterate Population | 971 | 459 | 512 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Icchailalchhera | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Saraspur | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Ragna | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Sarala | North | 4.58 km |
| Pratyekrai | South-East | 4.62 km |
| Kadamtala | North-East | 4.96 km |
| Bhagyapur | South | 5.59 km |
| Churaibari | East | 5.87 km |
| Brajendranagar | North | 6.41 km |
| Baruakandi | South-West | 6.89 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 Nadiapur, while the nearest airport is Kailashahar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharmanagar to Bishnupur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kailasahar to Bishnupur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bishnupur
Where is Bishnupur located?
Bishnupur village is located in Dharmanagar Subdivision, North Tripura district, Tripura, 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 799261.
What is the population of Bishnupur?
Bishnupur has a total population of 4,502, including 2,302 males and 2,200 females.
How many households are there in Bishnupur?
There are 911 households in Bishnupur.
What is the literacy rate in Bishnupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishnupur is 78.43%. Male literacy is 80.06% and female literacy is 76.73%.