Benipur - Tikari, Gaya
Benipur is a village situated in the Tikari subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikari and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Ammakuan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benipur is 254777. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 824236 pincode. Tikari is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Benipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Benipur
According to the 2011 Census, Benipur village had a total population of 548 people, including 279 males and 269 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.97%, with male literacy at 87.87% and female literacy at 77.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 177, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 548 | 279 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 40 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 91 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 210 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 69 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Benipur
Benipur 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 Benipur
Benipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tikari to Benipur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Benipur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Benipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Benipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benipur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Benipur
Where is Benipur located?
Benipur village is located in Tikari Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Benipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Benipur is Ammakuan.
What is the pincode of Benipur?
The pincode of Benipur is 824236.
What is the population of Benipur?
Benipur had a total population of 548, including 279 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Benipur?
Benipur had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benipur was 82.97%. Male literacy was 87.87% and female literacy was 77.63%.