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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Bishunpur village has a total population of 1,491 people, consisting of 802 males and 689 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 924 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishunpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,491 | 802 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 118 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 147 | 122 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,491, including 802 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Bishunpur?
There are 200 households in Bishunpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunpur is 61.97%. Male literacy is 70.32% and female literacy is 52.25%.