Bishunathpur - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Bishunathpur is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Vishwa Nathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishunathpur is 186866. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.85 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Bishunathpur 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 Sahajanwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gorakhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishunathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bishunathpur village had a total population of 1,392 people, including 703 males and 689 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.99%, with male literacy at 74.96% and female literacy at 55.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 716.
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 | 1,392 | 703 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 100 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 716 | 401 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 787 | 452 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 605 | 251 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Bishunathpur
Bishunathpur 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 Bishunathpur
Bishunathpur 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 >10 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 Gorakhpur to Bishunathpur is about 21 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 Bishunathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishunathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bishunathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bishunathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bishunathpur
Where is Bishunathpur located?
Bishunathpur village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bishunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishunathpur is Vishwa Nathpur.
What is the pincode of Bishunathpur?
The pincode of Bishunathpur is 273212.
What is the population of Bishunathpur?
Bishunathpur had a total population of 1,392, including 703 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Bishunathpur?
Bishunathpur had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishunathpur was 64.99%. Male literacy was 74.96% and female literacy was 55.10%.