Benga

Benga is a village located in Sikti subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sikti (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Benga village is also a gram panchayat.

Benga has its own place in the vibrant Araria region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Benga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benga is 222002. The village spans a total geographical area of 337.54 hectares. Araria is nearest town to Benga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Benga

Below is a concise population overview of Benga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,808 924 884
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 352 183 169
Scheduled Castes (SC) 17 10 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 856 517 339
Illiterate Population 952 407 545

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Benga village:

  • The total population of Benga village is around 1,808, including approximately 924 males and 884 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 352 children aged 0–6 years in Benga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Benga village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Benga village is about 47.35%, with male literacy at 55.95% and female literacy at 38.35%.
  • There are around 427 households in Benga village.

Connectivity of Benga

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Benga. As per the 2011 stats, Benga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Benga

Knowing the nearby villages of Benga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Benga.

Sohdi Darhua Bairgachhi Sohagmara Karahbari Pothia Ramnagar Pipra Belbari Balua Bangawan

Frequently Asked Questions about Benga

Where is Benga located?
Benga village is situated in Sikti Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benga?
Benga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Benga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benga is 1,808, with 924 males and 884 females.
How many households are there in Benga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benga village has a total of 427 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benga is 47.35%. The male literacy rate is 55.95%, while the female literacy rate is 38.35%.