Bishnupur

Bishnupur is a village located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Salbani are the district & sub-district headquarters of Bishnupur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bishnupur village is also a gram panchayat.

Bishnupur has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 339022. The village spans a total geographical area of 209.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721147. Midnapur is nearest town to Bishnupur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km 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 Salboni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,639 797 842
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 182 86 96
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4 3 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 376 173 203
Literate Population 1,069 575 494
Illiterate Population 570 222 348

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bishnupur village:

  • The total population of Bishnupur village is around 1,639, including approximately 797 males and 842 females, with a sex ratio of 1056 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 182 children aged 0–6 years in Bishnupur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bishnupur village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 376 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bishnupur village is about 65.22%, with male literacy at 72.15% and female literacy at 58.67%.
  • There are around 340 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 5 - 10 km distance
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 Salbani 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 721147, 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 1,639, with 797 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Bishnupur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bishnupur village has a total of 340 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishnupur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bishnupur is 65.22%. The male literacy rate is 72.15%, while the female literacy rate is 58.67%.