Bishunpur - Bhanpur, Basti
Bishunpur is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Bishunpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunpur is 178740. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.47 hectares and falls under the 272190 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bishunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bishunpur village had a total population of 1,491 people, including 802 males and 689 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.19%, with male literacy at 82.46% and female literacy at 58.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 269.
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 | 1,491 | 802 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 118 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 147 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 924 | 564 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 238 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Bishunpur
Bishunpur 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 Bishunpur
Public transport in the Bishunpur 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 Basti to Bishunpur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishunpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishunpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bishunpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bishunpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bishunpur
Where is Bishunpur located?
Bishunpur village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bishunpur?
Bishunpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bishunpur?
The pincode of Bishunpur is 272190.
What is the population of Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had a total population of 1,491, including 802 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
Bishunpur had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur was 71.19%. Male literacy was 82.46% and female literacy was 58.63%.