Purbba Bishnupur Village - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Purbba Bishnupur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 33.6 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Ashokegram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Bishnupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Bishnupur is 310715. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.22 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Purbba Bishnupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purbba Bishnupur
As per Census 2011, Purbba Bishnupur village has a total population of 1,654 people, consisting of 873 males and 781 females. The village has 352 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,181 literate and 473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 507 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Bishnupur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,654 | 873 | 781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 101 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 507 | 266 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,181 | 647 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 226 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Bishnupur
Purbba Bishnupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | South | 1.11 km |
| Kamar Khair | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Elendari | East | 1.36 km |
| Purbba Shankarpur | West | 1.69 km |
| Kashipur | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Chandura | West | 2.24 km |
| Faridpur Domotha | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Chakrasail | East | 2.30 km |
| Ashokgram | South | 2.43 km |
| Chakashan | South-West | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Bishnupur
Purbba Bishnupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rampur Bazar, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gangarampur to Purbba Bishnupur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Purbba Bishnupur is about 33.6 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 Purbba Bishnupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Bishnupur 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 Purbba Bishnupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbba Bishnupur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purbba Bishnupur
Where is Purbba Bishnupur located?
Purbba Bishnupur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Bishnupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Bishnupur is Ashokegram.
What is the pincode of Purbba Bishnupur?
The pincode of Purbba Bishnupur is 733124.
What is the population of Purbba Bishnupur?
Purbba Bishnupur has a total population of 1,654, including 873 males and 781 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Bishnupur?
There are 352 households in Purbba Bishnupur.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Bishnupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Bishnupur is 71.40%. Male literacy is 74.11% and female literacy is 68.37%.