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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Benla Brahmana village has a total population of 509 people, consisting of 254 males and 255 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 396 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Benla Brahmana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 254 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| 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 has a total population of 509, including 254 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Benla Brahmana?
There are 103 households in Benla Brahmana.
What is the literacy rate in Benla Brahmana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benla Brahmana is 77.80%. Male literacy is 83.86% and female literacy is 71.76%.