Bishpuria
Bishpuria is a village located in Hura subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.5km away from sub-district headquarter Hura (tehsildar office) and 52.7km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Rakhera Bispuria is the gram panchayat of Bishpuria village.
Bishpuria has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Bishpuria
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bishpuria is 330908. The village spans a total geographical area of 770.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723130. Purulia is nearest town to Bishpuria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bishpuria 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 Kashipur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Purulia 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 Bishpuria
Below is a concise population overview of Bishpuria as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,661 | 1,850 | 1,811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 207 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 166 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 487 | 243 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 2,390 | 1,421 | 969 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,271 | 429 | 842 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bishpuria village:
- The total population of Bishpuria village is around 3,661, including approximately 1,850 males and 1,811 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 429 children aged 0–6 years in Bishpuria village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bishpuria village has 344 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 487 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bishpuria village is about 65.28%, with male literacy at 76.81% and female literacy at 53.51%.
- There are around 761 households in Bishpuria village.
Connectivity of Bishpuria
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bishpuria. As per the 2011 stats, Bishpuria had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Bishpuria
Knowing the nearby villages of Bishpuria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bishpuria.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bishpuria
- Where is Bishpuria located?
- Bishpuria village is situated in Hura Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bishpuria?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bishpuria is Rakhera Bispuria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bishpuria?
- The pincode of Bishpuria is 723130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bishpuria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bishpuria is 3,661, with 1,850 males and 1,811 females.
- How many households are there in Bishpuria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bishpuria village has a total of 761 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bishpuria as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bishpuria is 65.28%. The male literacy rate is 76.81%, while the female literacy rate is 53.51%.