Benur - Bande, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Benur is a village situated in the Bande tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from Pakhanjur and around 161 km from Kanker. Aakmeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benur is 448394. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.57 hectares and falls under the 494777 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Benur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Benur
According to the 2011 Census, Benur village had a total population of 302 people, including 150 males and 152 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.34%, with male literacy at 72.09% and female literacy at 56.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 302.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 302 | 150 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 302 | 150 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 93 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 57 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Benur
Benur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Benur
Benur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Benur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Benur is about 161 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Benur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Benur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benur 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 Benur
Where is Benur located?
Benur village is located in Bande Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Benur?
The Gram Panchayat of Benur is Aakmeta.
What is the pincode of Benur?
The pincode of Benur is 494777.
What is the population of Benur?
Benur had a total population of 302, including 150 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Benur?
Benur had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benur was 64.34%. Male literacy was 72.09% and female literacy was 56.59%.