Bena Garh - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Bena Garh is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from R.s.pura and around 18 km from Jammu. Bhou serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bena Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bena Garh is 006021. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.8 hectares and falls under the 181101 pincode. R.s.pura is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bena Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bena Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Bena Garh village had a total population of 373 people, including 189 males and 184 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.19%, with male literacy at 82.05% and female literacy at 70.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 280.
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 | 373 | 189 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 143 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 128 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 61 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Bena Garh
Bena Garh 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 Bena Garh
Public transport in the Bena Garh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 R.s.pura to Bena Garh is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Bena Garh is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bena Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bena Garh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bena Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bena Garh 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bena Garh
Where is Bena Garh located?
Bena Garh village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bena Garh?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bena Garh is Bhou.
What is the pincode of Bena Garh?
The pincode of Bena Garh is 181101.
What is the population of Bena Garh?
Bena Garh had a total population of 373, including 189 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Bena Garh?
Bena Garh had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bena Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bena Garh was 76.19%. Male literacy was 82.05% and female literacy was 70.44%.