Benda - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Benda is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Benda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benda is 439552. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.427 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Benda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Benda
As per Census 2011, Benda village has a total population of 419 people, consisting of 208 males and 211 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 370 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Benda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 419 | 208 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 32 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 370 | 185 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 104 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 104 | 153 |
Transport and Connectivity of Benda
Benda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodla to Benda is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Benda is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Benda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Benda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Benda
Where is Benda located?
Benda village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benda?
Benda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Benda?
The pincode of Benda is 491995.
What is the population of Benda?
Benda has a total population of 419, including 208 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Benda?
There are 97 households in Benda.
What is the literacy rate in Benda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benda is 38.66%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 27.49%.