Bishnupur
Bishnupur is a village located in Sabang subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Sabang are the district & sub-district headquarters of Bishnupur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bishnupur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bishnupur unique in its vibrant Sabang-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Bishnupur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bishnupur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bishnupur is 342943. The village spans a total geographical area of 960.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721144. Midnapur is nearest town to Bishnupur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Bishnupur
Population of Bishnupur
According to the 2011 Census, Bishnupur has a total population of about 8,678, with approximately 4,448 males and 4,230 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,010 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4,246 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.72%, with male literacy at about 82.87% and female literacy near 70.26%. There are around 1,941 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bishnupur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,678 | 4,448 | 4,230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,010 | 520 | 490 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,246 | 2,166 | 2,080 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 6,658 | 3,686 | 2,972 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,020 | 762 | 1,258 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| 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 Sabang Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bishnupur?
- Bishnupur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bishnupur?
- The pincode of Bishnupur is 721144, 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 8,678, with 4,448 males and 4,230 females.
- How many households are there in Bishnupur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bishnupur village has a total of 1,941 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bishnupur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bishnupur is 76.72%. The male literacy rate is 82.87%, while the female literacy rate is 70.26%.