Bishnupur
Bishnupur is a village located in Sagar subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.6km away from sub-district headquarter Rudranagar (tehsildar office) and 107km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Gangasagar is the gram panchayat of Bishnupur village.
Here you can discover what makes Bishnupur unique in its vibrant Sagar-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Bishnupur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bishnupur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bishnupur is 335270. The village spans a total geographical area of 743.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743373. Kakdwip is nearest town to Bishnupur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
Google Map of Bishnupur
Population of Bishnupur
According to the 2011 Census, Bishnupur has a total population of about 6,349, with approximately 3,311 males and 3,038 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 712 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 365 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.59%, with male literacy at about 81.85% and female literacy near 70.87%. There are around 1,303 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bishnupur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,863 | 2,710 | 2,153 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,486 | 601 | 885 |
Connectivity of Bishnupur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bishnupur. As per the 2011 stats, Bishnupur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bishnupur
Knowing the nearby villages of Bishnupur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bishnupur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bishnupur
- Where is Bishnupur located?
- Bishnupur village is situated in Sagar Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bishnupur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bishnupur is Gangasagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bishnupur?
- The pincode of Bishnupur is 743373, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bishnupur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bishnupur is 6,349, with 3,311 males and 3,038 females.
- How many households are there in Bishnupur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bishnupur village has a total of 1,303 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bishnupur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bishnupur is 76.59%. The male literacy rate is 81.85%, while the female literacy rate is 70.87%.