Ben
Ben is a village located in Ben subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Ben (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Ben village is also a gram panchayat.
Ben has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda 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 Ben
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ben is 245002. The village spans a total geographical area of 777 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 803114. Biharsharif is nearest town to Ben village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Ben
Below is a concise population overview of Ben as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 6,525 | 3,352 | 3,173 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,133 | 594 | 539 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,267 | 642 | 625 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 3,596 | 2,083 | 1,513 |
Illiterate Population | 2,929 | 1,269 | 1,660 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ben village:
- The total population of Ben village is around 6,525, including approximately 3,352 males and 3,173 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,133 children aged 0–6 years in Ben village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ben village has 1,267 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Ben village is about 55.11%, with male literacy at 62.14% and female literacy at 47.68%.
- There are around 1,144 households in Ben village.
Connectivity of Ben
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ben. As per the 2011 stats, Ben had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ben
Knowing the nearby villages of Ben helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ben.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ben
- Where is Ben located?
- Ben village is situated in Ben Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ben?
- Ben serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ben?
- The pincode of Ben is 803114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ben as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ben is 6,525, with 3,352 males and 3,173 females.
- How many households are there in Ben as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ben village has a total of 1,144 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ben as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ben is 55.11%. The male literacy rate is 62.14%, while the female literacy rate is 47.68%.