Benla Brahmana - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Benla Brahmana is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Benla-brahamna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benla Brahmana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benla Brahmana is 019688. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 174004 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Benla Brahmana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Benla Brahmana
According to the 2011 Census, Benla Brahmana village had a total population of 509 people, including 254 males and 255 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.61%, with male literacy at 93.42% and female literacy at 81.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 509 | 254 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 213 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 41 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Benla Brahmana
Benla Brahmana 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 Benla Brahmana
Public transport in the Benla Brahmana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bilaspur to Benla Brahmana is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Benla Brahmana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benla Brahmana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Benla Brahmana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benla Brahmana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Benla Brahmana
Where is Benla Brahmana located?
Benla Brahmana village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Benla Brahmana?
The Gram Panchayat of Benla Brahmana is Benla-brahamna.
What is the pincode of Benla Brahmana?
The pincode of Benla Brahmana is 174004.
What is the population of Benla Brahmana?
Benla Brahmana had a total population of 509, including 254 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Benla Brahmana?
Benla Brahmana had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benla Brahmana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benla Brahmana was 87.61%. Male literacy was 93.42% and female literacy was 81.70%.