Bishnupur - Dhaniakhali, Hooghly
Bishnupur is a village situated in the Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.7 km from Dhaniakhali and around 55.6 km from Chinsura. Perambuasahabazar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishnupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishnupur is 324587. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.36 hectares and falls under the 712410 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
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 Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishnupur
As per Census 2011, Bishnupur village has a total population of 3,361 people, consisting of 1,693 males and 1,668 females. The village has 760 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,092 literate and 1,269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,789 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 259 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishnupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,361 | 1,693 | 1,668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 181 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,789 | 918 | 871 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 118 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 2,092 | 1,139 | 953 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,269 | 554 | 715 |
Nearby Villages of Bishnupur
Bishnupur 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 Bishnupur
Bishnupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bishnupur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Bishnupur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Bishnupur is about 55.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishnupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishnupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Bishnupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bishnupur
Where is Bishnupur located?
Bishnupur village is located in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishnupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishnupur is Perambuasahabazar.
What is the pincode of Bishnupur?
The pincode of Bishnupur is 712410.
What is the population of Bishnupur?
Bishnupur has a total population of 3,361, including 1,693 males and 1,668 females.
How many households are there in Bishnupur?
There are 760 households in Bishnupur.
What is the literacy rate in Bishnupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishnupur is 62.24%. Male literacy is 67.28% and female literacy is 57.13%.