Benagerya - Baharagora, East Singhbum
Benagerya is a village situated in the Baharagora subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Bahragora and around 105 km from Jamshedpur. Baragariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benagerya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benagerya is 364726. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.29 hectares and falls under the 832101 pincode.
Benagerya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Benagerya
According to the 2011 Census, Benagerya village had a total population of 205 people, including 112 males and 93 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 830 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.13%, with male literacy at 72.00% and female literacy at 54.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 163.
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 | 205 | 112 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 90 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 72 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 40 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Benagerya
Benagerya 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 Benagerya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Benagerya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamshedpur to Benagerya is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Benagerya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benagerya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Benagerya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benagerya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Benagerya
Where is Benagerya located?
Benagerya village is located in Baharagora Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benagerya?
The Gram Panchayat of Benagerya is Baragariya.
What is the pincode of Benagerya?
The pincode of Benagerya is 832101.
What is the population of Benagerya?
Benagerya had a total population of 205, including 112 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Benagerya?
Benagerya had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benagerya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benagerya was 64.13%. Male literacy was 72.00% and female literacy was 54.76%.