Benhama - Lar, Ganderbal
Benhama is a village situated in the Lar tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lar and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Benhama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benhama is 002851. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.5 hectares and falls under the 191201 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Benhama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ganderbal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Benhama
According to the 2011 Census, Benhama village had a total population of 2,079 people, including 1,022 males and 1,057 females, living in 317 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.08%, with male literacy at 69.12% and female literacy at 53.44%.
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 | 2,079 | 1,022 | 1,057 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 219 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,006 | 555 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,073 | 467 | 606 |
Nearby Villages of Benhama
Benhama 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 Benhama
Benhama is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Ganderbal to Benhama is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Benhama is about 10 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 Benhama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benhama 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Benhama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benhama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Benhama
Where is Benhama located?
Benhama village is located in Lar Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benhama?
Benhama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Benhama?
The pincode of Benhama is 191201.
What is the population of Benhama?
Benhama had a total population of 2,079, including 1,022 males and 1,057 females.
How many households are there in Benhama?
Benhama had 317 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benhama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benhama was 61.08%. Male literacy was 69.12% and female literacy was 53.44%.