However, it has to be borne in mind that modern mining operations are highly mechanised.

[3][4][5] Note: The map alongside presents some of the notable locations in the district.

[7] According to the 2011 Census of India, Bishnugarh (location code 368484) had a total population of 4,847, of which 2,527 (52%) were males and 2,320 (48%) were females.

The total number of literate persons in Bishnugarh was 3,414 (82.88% of the population over 6 years).

[8] According to the District Census Handbook 2011, Hazaribagh, Bishnugarh covered an area of 1.97 km2.

It is a co-educational institute with arrangements for teaching in classes XI and XII.