Benchram - Kutru, Bijapur

Benchram is a village situated in the Kutru tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 48 km from Bhairamgarh and around 27 km from Bijapur. Darbha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benchram village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Benchram is 451196. The village covers a total geographical area of 535.46 hectares and falls under the 494450 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.

Benchram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Benchram

According to the 2011 Census, Benchram village had a total population of 249 people, including 108 males and 141 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,306 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.99%, with male literacy at 25.58% and female literacy at 11.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 220.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Benchram

Benchram 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Benchram

Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Benchram. The nearest railway station is Kamalur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dantewada to Benchram is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Benchram is about 27 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 Benchram

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benchram village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Benchram

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benchram village are given below:

FAQs about Benchram