Bishnupur - Memari - II, Purba Bardhaman
Bishnupur is a village situated in the Memari - II subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.1 km from Memari. Bohar-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishnupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishnupur is 320357. The village covers a total geographical area of 470.22 hectares and falls under the 713422 pincode. Memari is the nearest town, located about 22 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 Monteswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishnupur
As per Census 2011, Bishnupur village has a total population of 3,863 people, consisting of 1,980 males and 1,883 females. The village has 938 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,499 literate and 1,364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 727 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 898 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishnupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,863 | 1,980 | 1,883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 220 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 727 | 370 | 357 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 898 | 463 | 435 |
| Literate Population | 2,499 | 1,401 | 1,098 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,364 | 579 | 785 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Memari to Bishnupur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of 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 >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bishnupur
Where is Bishnupur located?
Bishnupur village is located in Memari - II Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishnupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishnupur is Bohar-i.
What is the pincode of Bishnupur?
The pincode of Bishnupur is 713422.
What is the population of Bishnupur?
Bishnupur has a total population of 3,863, including 1,980 males and 1,883 females.
How many households are there in Bishnupur?
There are 938 households in Bishnupur.
What is the literacy rate in Bishnupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishnupur is 64.69%. Male literacy is 70.76% and female literacy is 58.31%.