Bishwanathpur - Bolpur Sriniketan, Birbhum
Bishwanathpur is a village situated in the Bolpur Sriniketan subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sriniketan and around 26.8 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kasba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishwanathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishwanathpur is 317915. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.2 hectares and falls under the 731201 pincode.
Bishwanathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Bishwanathpur
Bishwanathpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khanjanpur | South | 1.01 km |
| Kasba | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Bandh Nabagram | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Bidyadharpur | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Darpashila | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Uttar Chandipur | South | 1.87 km |
| Sehalai | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Damodarpur | North | 1.98 km |
| Asdullapur | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Chak Narayanpur | North-West | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bishwanathpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bishwanathpur. The nearest railway station is Kopai, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Suri to Bishwanathpur is about 26.8 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 Bishwanathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishwanathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bishwanathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bishwanathpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bishwanathpur
Where is Bishwanathpur located?
Bishwanathpur village is located in Bolpur Sriniketan Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishwanathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishwanathpur is Kasba.
What is the pincode of Bishwanathpur?
The pincode of Bishwanathpur is 731201.