Bishra - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Bishra is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.7 km from Sarisha and around 46.1 km from Alipore. Bhadura Haridas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishra is 334401. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.72 hectares and falls under the 743513 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bishra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Falta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishra
As per Census 2011, Bishra village has a total population of 4,274 people, consisting of 2,181 males and 2,093 females. The village has 956 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 521 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,822 literate and 1,452 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,274 | 2,181 | 2,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 521 | 264 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,212 | 1,135 | 1,077 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,822 | 1,547 | 1,275 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,452 | 634 | 818 |
Nearby Villages of Bishra
Bishra 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 Bishra
Bishra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bishra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Bishra is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Bishra is about 46.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bishra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bishra 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) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bishra
Where is Bishra located?
Bishra village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishra?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishra is Bhadura Haridas.
What is the pincode of Bishra?
The pincode of Bishra is 743513.
What is the population of Bishra?
Bishra has a total population of 4,274, including 2,181 males and 2,093 females.
How many households are there in Bishra?
There are 956 households in Bishra.
What is the literacy rate in Bishra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishra is 66.03%. Male literacy is 70.93% and female literacy is 60.92%.