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
According to the 2011 Census, Bisharpur village had a total population of 603 people, including 297 males and 306 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.54%, with male literacy at 95.85% and female literacy at 87.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 263, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 603, including 297 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Bisharpur?
Bisharpur had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bisharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bisharpur was 91.54%. Male literacy was 95.85% and female literacy was 87.27%.