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
According to the 2011 Census, Bentam village had a total population of 53 people, including 20 males and 33 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,650 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.60%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 51.
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 | 53 | 20 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 53, including 20 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Bentam?
Bentam had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bentam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bentam was 76.60%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 66.67%.