Bishnupur - Krishnagar - I, Nadia
Bishnupur is a village situated in the Krishnagar - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baruihuda and around 18.1 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Joania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishnupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishnupur is 321699. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.2 hectares and falls under the 741103 pincode. Krishnanagar is the nearest town, located about 6 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 Nabadwip Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishnupur
As per Census 2011, Bishnupur village has a total population of 2,068 people, consisting of 1,086 males and 982 females. The village has 516 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,496 literate and 572 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishnupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,068 | 1,086 | 982 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 106 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 86 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,496 | 823 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 263 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Bishnupur
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kundapara | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Monipota | South | 1.63 km |
| Raotara | East | 1.89 km |
| Chhunchia | South | 2.19 km |
| Usidpur | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Pansila | West | 2.72 km |
| Subarna Behar | North | 2.76 km |
| Ektarpur | South | 2.83 km |
| Singadanga | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Brahman Para | West | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bishnupur
Bishnupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Krishnanagar City Junction, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Krishnanagar to Bishnupur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Bishnupur is about 18.1 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bishnupur
Where is Bishnupur located?
Bishnupur village is located in Krishnagar - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishnupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishnupur is Joania.
What is the pincode of Bishnupur?
The pincode of Bishnupur is 741103.
What is the population of Bishnupur?
Bishnupur has a total population of 2,068, including 1,086 males and 982 females.
How many households are there in Bishnupur?
There are 516 households in Bishnupur.
What is the literacy rate in Bishnupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishnupur is 72.34%. Male literacy is 75.78% and female literacy is 68.53%.