Benia

Benia is a village located in Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Saraiyahat (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Kendua is the gram panchayat of Benia village.

Benia has its own place in the vibrant Dumka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Benia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benia is 369616. The village spans a total geographical area of 105.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814151. Dumka is nearest town to Benia village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Benia

Below is a concise population overview of Benia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 493 247 246
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 80 36 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 493 247 246
Literate Population 157 116 41
Illiterate Population 336 131 205

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Benia village:

  • The total population of Benia village is around 493, including approximately 247 males and 246 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Benia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Benia village has 493 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Benia village is about 31.85%, with male literacy at 46.96% and female literacy at 16.67%.
  • There are around 98 households in Benia village.

Connectivity of Benia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Benia. As per the 2011 stats, Benia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Benia

Knowing the nearby villages of Benia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Benia.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Benia

Where is Benia located?
Benia village is situated in Saraiyahat Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benia?
The Gram Panchayat of Benia is Kendua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Benia?
The pincode of Benia is 814151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Benia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benia is 493, with 247 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Benia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benia village has a total of 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benia is 31.85%. The male literacy rate is 46.96%, while the female literacy rate is 16.67%.