Bishnupur - Sagar, South 24 Parganas
Bishnupur is a village situated in the Sagar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from Rudranagar and around 107 km from Alipore. Gangasagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishnupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishnupur is 335270. The village covers a total geographical area of 743.02 hectares and falls under the 743373 pincode. Kakdwip is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Bishnupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishnupur
According to the 2011 Census, Bishnupur village had a total population of 6,349 people, including 3,311 males and 3,038 females, living in 1,303 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.27%, with male literacy at 91.99% and female literacy at 80.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 365, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 6,349 | 3,311 | 3,038 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 712 | 365 | 347 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 365 | 196 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,863 | 2,710 | 2,153 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,486 | 601 | 885 |
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 | 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 Kakdwip to Bishnupur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Bishnupur is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bishnupur
Where is Bishnupur located?
Bishnupur village is located in Sagar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bishnupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishnupur is Gangasagar.
What is the pincode of Bishnupur?
The pincode of Bishnupur is 743373.
What is the population of Bishnupur?
Bishnupur had a total population of 6,349, including 3,311 males and 3,038 females.
How many households are there in Bishnupur?
Bishnupur had 1,303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishnupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishnupur was 86.27%. Male literacy was 91.99% and female literacy was 80.01%.