Benap
About Benap
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Benap village is 507453. Benap village is located in Vav taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Vav (tehsildar office) and 136km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Benap village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 4917.99 hectares. Benap has a total population of 5,888 peoples, out of which male population is 3,158 while female population is 2,730. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 864 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of benap village is 52.12% out of which 63.46% males and 39.01% females are literate. There are about 1,046 houses in benap village. Pincode of benap village locality is 385570.
When it comes to administration, Benap village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Benap village comes under Vav Vidhan Sabha constituency & Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency. Tharad is nearest town to benap village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Benap
The population details of Benap cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,888 | 3,158 | 2,730 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 830 | 436 | 394 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 823 | 444 | 379 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,069 | 2,004 | 1,065 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,819 | 1,154 | 1,665 |
Connectivity of Benap
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Benap
Where is Benap located?
Benap village is situated in Vav Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benap?
Benap serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Benap?
The pincode of Benap is 385570, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Benap as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benap is 5,888, with 3,158 males and 2,730 females.
How many households are there in Benap as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benap village has a total of 1,046 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benap as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benap is 52.12%. The male literacy rate is 63.46%, while the female literacy rate is 39.01%.