Bishani - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Bishani is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Bisani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishani is 195926. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.43 hectares and falls under the 276123 pincode.
Bishani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishani
As per Census 2011, Bishani village has a total population of 545 people, consisting of 303 males and 242 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 798 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 282 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 353 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 545 | 303 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 68 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 194 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 176 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 127 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Bishani
Bishani 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 Bishani
Bishani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Azamgarh to Bishani is about 35 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 Bishani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bishani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bishani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bishani
Where is Bishani located?
Bishani village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishani is Bisani.
What is the pincode of Bishani?
The pincode of Bishani is 276123.
What is the population of Bishani?
Bishani has a total population of 545, including 303 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Bishani?
There are 69 households in Bishani.
What is the literacy rate in Bishani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishani is 51.74%. Male literacy is 58.09% and female literacy is 43.80%.