Bentam - Pistana Circle, Keyi Panyor
Bentam is a village situated in the Pistana Circle of Keyi Panyor district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Yachuli and around 90 km from Ziro. Belo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bentam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bentam is 264999. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.9 hectares and falls under the 791120 pincode. Ziro is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Bentam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bentam
As per Census 2011, Bentam village has a total population of 53 people, consisting of 20 males and 33 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,650 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 36 literate and 17 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bentam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53 | 20 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 19 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 4 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Bentam
Bentam 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 Bentam
Public transport in the Bentam is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ziro to Bentam is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bentam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bentam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bentam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bentam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bentam
Where is Bentam located?
Bentam village is located in Pistana Circle Circle, Keyi Panyor district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bentam?
The Gram Panchayat of Bentam is Belo.
What is the pincode of Bentam?
The pincode of Bentam is 791120.
What is the population of Bentam?
Bentam has a total population of 53, including 20 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Bentam?
There are 13 households in Bentam.
What is the literacy rate in Bentam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bentam is 67.92%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 60.61%.