Bisharpur - Egra - II, Purba Medinipur
Bisharpur is a village situated in the Egra - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Manjusree serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bisharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bisharpur is 346734. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.97 hectares and falls under the 721422 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bisharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Egra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Medinipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bisharpur
As per Census 2011, Bisharpur village has a total population of 603 people, consisting of 297 males and 306 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 487 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 263 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bisharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 603 | 297 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 32 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 123 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 487 | 254 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 43 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Bisharpur
Bisharpur 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 Bisharpur
Bisharpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Bisharpur is about 11 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 Bisharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bisharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bisharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bisharpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bisharpur
Where is Bisharpur located?
Bisharpur village is located in Egra - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bisharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bisharpur is Manjusree.
What is the pincode of Bisharpur?
The pincode of Bisharpur is 721422.
What is the population of Bisharpur?
Bisharpur has a total population of 603, including 297 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Bisharpur?
There are 127 households in Bisharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bisharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bisharpur is 80.76%. Male literacy is 85.52% and female literacy is 76.14%.