Ben
Ben is a Town and Subdivision in Nalanda District of Bihar. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Ben Block (CD) is 01393. The total area of Ben Subdivision is 90 km². Ben has a sex ratio of approximately 918 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Ben Subdivision
Ben Subdivision has a total of 32 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Ben Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akauna | Akauna | Biharsharif (19 km) |
| 2 | Amia Bigha | Nohsa | Biharsharif (22 km) |
| 3 | Arawan | Arawan | Biharsharif (18 km) |
| 4 | At | Aant | Biharsharif (20 km) |
| 5 | Babhaniawan | Eksara | Biharsharif (18 km) |
| 6 | Bara | Bara | Biharsharif (30 km) |
| 7 | Ben | Ben | Biharsharif (20 km) |
| 8 | Birbal Bigha | Eksara | Biharsharif (18 km) |
| 9 | Dharhara | Maijara | Biharsharif (22 km) |
| 10 | Eksara | Eksara | Biharsharif (10 km) |
| 11 | Gangti | Bara | Biharsharif (18 km) |
| 12 | Jafra | Arawan | Biharsharif (20 km) |
| 13 | Janaro | Akauna | Biharsharif (26 km) |
| 14 | Jangharo | Akauna | Biharsharif (20 km) |
| 15 | Karjara | Bara | Biharsharif (31 km) |
| 16 | Khaira | Khaira | Biharsharif (18 km) |
| 17 | Kolhua | Maijara | Biharsharif (35 km) |
| 18 | Kosnara | Eksara | Biharsharif (18 km) |
| 19 | Kutlupur | Nohsa | Biharsharif (21 km) |
| 20 | Madhaur | Bara | Biharsharif (31 km) |
| 21 | Maijra | Maijara | Biharsharif (30 km) |
| 22 | Makhdumpur | Khaira | Biharsharif (22 km) |
| 23 | Mari | Aant | Biharsharif (20 km) |
| 24 | Marsua | Eksara | Biharsharif (15 km) |
| 25 | Mashespur | Bara | Biharsharif (16 km) |
| 26 | Mohammadpur | Aant | Biharsharif (15 km) |
| 27 | Murgawan | Khaira | Biharsharif (20 km) |
| 28 | Nohsa | Nohsa | Biharsharif (28 km) |
| 29 | Ramganj | Nohsa | Biharsharif (28 km) |
| 30 | Saure | Ben | Biharsharif (20 km) |
| 31 | Sehri | Arawan | Biharsharif (18 km) |
| 32 | Sidhi Bigha | Eksara | Biharsharif (18 km) |
Population of Ben Subdivision
The population profile of Ben Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Ben Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87,387 | 87,387 | N/A |
| Male Population | 45,549 | 45,549 | N/A |
| Female Population | 41,838 | 41,838 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 15,199 | 15,199 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,809 | 7,809 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,390 | 7,390 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 46,645 | 46,645 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 28,209 | 28,209 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 18,436 | 18,436 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 40,742 | 40,742 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 17,340 | 17,340 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 23,402 | 23,402 | N/A |
| Total Households | 15,251 | 15,251 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 87,387 people. Includes nearly 45,549 males and 41,838 females. Rural population is about 87,387 people.
- There are around 15,199 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 7,809 boys and 7,390 girls.
- Literate population is about 46,645 people. Non-literate population is around 40,742 people.
- There are nearly 15,251 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Ben Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 17,391 | 17,391 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 9,029 | 9,029 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 8,362 | 8,362 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 12 | 12 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 7 | 7 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Population Density | 970 / km² | 970 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Ben Subdivision is approximately 17,391 people, including 9,029 males and 8,362 females. Around 17,391 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Ben Subdivision is about 12 people, including 7 males and 5 females. Around 12 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 970 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 970 people per sq. km.