Bishnupur Municipality
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Bishnupur Municipality | |
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 Seal of Bishnupur Municipality | |
| Type | |
| Type | |
| History | |
| Founded | 1873 |
| Leadership | |
Chairman | Goutam Goswami, AITC |
Vice Chairman | Mahabir Agarwala, AITC |
| Structure | |
| Seats | 19[1] |
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Political groups | Government (13)
Opposition (3) Others (3)
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| Elections | |
Last election | 2022 |
Next election | 2027 |
| Website | |
| bishnupurmunicipality | |
Bishnupur Municipality is the civic body that governs Bishnupur and its surrounding areas in Bishnupur subdivision of Bankura, West Bengal, India.
Bishnupur Municipality, established in 1873, is one of the oldest municipalities in West Bengal. It was created to manage the civic needs of Bishnupur town, which had become an important cultural and historical center due to its legacy under the Malla dynasty.[2][3] The municipality was set up during the British colonial period, a time when urban governance was being introduced in various parts of India to ensure better management of sanitation, public health, and infrastructure in growing towns.
In 2023, Bishnupur Municipality celebrated its 150th anniversary, marking a significant milestone in its history.[4][5]
Geography
Bishnupur Municipality covers an area of 14.64 km2 and has a total population of 67783 (2011).[6]
Healthcare
| Hospital / PHC / Private Hospital | Seat Capacity |
|---|---|
| Bishnupur District Hospital | 300 |
| Bishnupur Super Speciality Hospital | 100 |
| Ajodhya PHC | 6 |
| Bhora PHC | 10 |
| Kankila PHC | 6 |
| Bishnupur Nursing Home & Diagnostic | 35 |
| Lakeview Nursing Home | 15 |
| Lifeline Nursing Home | 20 |
