Vishunpur - Colonelganj, Gonda
Vishunpur is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Kamalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vishunpur is 174894. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.1 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Coloenlganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Vishunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vishunpur
As per Census 2011, Vishunpur village has a total population of 720 people, consisting of 383 males and 337 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 380 literate and 340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vishunpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 720 | 383 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 80 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 252 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 131 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Vishunpur
Vishunpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umariya | North-West | 0.95 km |
| Kamalpur | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Kunwarpur Amarha | South | 1.13 km |
| Gourawa Khurd | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Pure Than | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Kasturi | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Debi Tilmaha | West | 2.10 km |
| Sikari | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Ramgarha | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Paharapur | North-East | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vishunpur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Vishunpur. The nearest railway station is Kasturi, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.5 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Coloenlganj to Vishunpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Vishunpur is about 32 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 Vishunpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vishunpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vishunpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vishunpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vishunpur
Where is Vishunpur located?
Vishunpur village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Vishunpur is Kamalpur.
What is the pincode of Vishunpur?
The pincode of Vishunpur is 271502.
What is the population of Vishunpur?
Vishunpur has a total population of 720, including 383 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Vishunpur?
There are 130 households in Vishunpur.
What is the literacy rate in Vishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vishunpur is 52.78%. Male literacy is 65.80% and female literacy is 37.98%.