Ben - Ben, Nalanda
Ben is a village situated in the Ben subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ben and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Ben village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ben is 245002. The village covers a total geographical area of 777 hectares and falls under the 803114 pincode. Biharsharif is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ben village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ben
As per Census 2011, Ben village has a total population of 6,525 people, consisting of 3,352 males and 3,173 females. The village has 1,144 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,596 literate and 2,929 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,267 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ben are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 3,596 | 2,083 | 1,513 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,929 | 1,269 | 1,660 |
Nearby Villages of Ben
Ben is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kosnara | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Babhaniawan | East | 1.98 km |
| Mashespur | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Makhdumpur | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Nohsa | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Amia Bigha | West | 3.27 km |
| Marsua | East | 3.32 km |
| Jafra | North | 3.32 km |
| Saure | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Bara | South | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ben
Ben is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Marahra, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biharsharif to Ben is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ben
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ben village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ben
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ben village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ben
Where is Ben located?
Ben village is located in Ben Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ben?
Ben is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ben?
The pincode of Ben is 803114.
What is the population of Ben?
Ben has a total population of 6,525, including 3,352 males and 3,173 females.
How many households are there in Ben?
There are 1,144 households in Ben.
What is the literacy rate in Ben?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ben is 55.11%. Male literacy is 62.14% and female literacy is 47.68%.