Bishnupur
Bishnupur is a village located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.1km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Bishnupur village. As per 2009 stats, Autina is the gram panchayat of Bishnupur village.
Bishnupur has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Bishnupur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bishnupur is 311536. The village spans a total geographical area of 208.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733127. Balurghat is nearest town to Bishnupur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bishnupur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bishnupur
Population of Bishnupur
Below is a concise population overview of Bishnupur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,425 | 1,252 | 1,173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 141 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,194 | 630 | 564 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 560 | 292 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 1,521 | 846 | 675 |
| Illiterate Population | 904 | 406 | 498 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bishnupur village:
- The total population of Bishnupur village is around 2,425, including approximately 1,252 males and 1,173 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 273 children aged 0–6 years in Bishnupur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bishnupur village has 1,194 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 560 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bishnupur village is about 62.72%, with male literacy at 67.57% and female literacy at 57.54%.
- There are around 563 households in Bishnupur village.
Connectivity of Bishnupur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bishnupur. As per the 2011 stats, Bishnupur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bishnupur
Knowing the nearby villages of Bishnupur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bishnupur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bishnupur
- Where is Bishnupur located?
- Bishnupur village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bishnupur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bishnupur is Autina (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bishnupur?
- The pincode of Bishnupur is 733127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bishnupur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bishnupur is 2,425, with 1,252 males and 1,173 females.
- How many households are there in Bishnupur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bishnupur village has a total of 563 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bishnupur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bishnupur is 62.72%. The male literacy rate is 67.57%, while the female literacy rate is 57.54%.