Nawagaon Benkat
Nawagaon Benkat is a village located in Lormi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 47km away from sub-district headquarter Lormi (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Navagaon Benkat is the gram panchayat of Nawagaon Benkat village.
Here you can discover what makes Nawagaon Benkat unique in its vibrant Lormi-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Nawagaon Benkat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Nawagaon Benkat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nawagaon Benkat is 437843. The village spans a total geographical area of 163.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495115. Lormi is nearest town to Nawagaon Benkat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nawagaon Benkat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Nawagaon Benkat
Population of Nawagaon Benkat
According to the 2011 Census, Nawagaon Benkat has a total population of about 935, with approximately 455 males and 480 females. The sex ratio is around 1054 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 147 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 17 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 76. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.86%, with male literacy at about 70.33% and female literacy near 46.04%. There are around 255 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nawagaon Benkat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 935 | 455 | 480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 69 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 34 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 320 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 135 | 259 |
Connectivity of Nawagaon Benkat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nawagaon Benkat. As per the 2011 stats, Nawagaon Benkat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nawagaon Benkat
Knowing the nearby villages of Nawagaon Benkat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nawagaon Benkat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nawagaon Benkat
- Where is Nawagaon Benkat located?
- Nawagaon Benkat village is situated in Lormi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nawagaon Benkat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nawagaon Benkat is Navagaon Benkat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nawagaon Benkat?
- The pincode of Nawagaon Benkat is 495115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nawagaon Benkat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nawagaon Benkat is 935, with 455 males and 480 females.
- How many households are there in Nawagaon Benkat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nawagaon Benkat village has a total of 255 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nawagaon Benkat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nawagaon Benkat is 57.86%. The male literacy rate is 70.33%, while the female literacy rate is 46.04%.