Beni Kalan
Beni Kalan is a village located in Hussainabad subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Hussainabad (tehsildar office) and 99km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Beni Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Beni Kalan unique in its vibrant Hussainabad-Palamu region. You’ll see Beni Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Beni Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Beni Kalan is 365042. The village spans a total geographical area of 262 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822116. Hussainabad is nearest town to Beni Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Beni Kalan
Population of Beni Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Beni Kalan has a total population of about 1,953, with approximately 1,036 males and 917 females. The sex ratio is around 885 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 325 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 509 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.25%, with male literacy at about 66.80% and female literacy near 42.20%. There are around 305 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Beni Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,953 | 1,036 | 917 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 166 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 509 | 274 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,079 | 692 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 874 | 344 | 530 |
Connectivity of Beni Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Beni Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Beni Kalan 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Beni Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Beni Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Beni Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Beni Kalan
- Where is Beni Kalan located?
- Beni Kalan village is situated in Hussainabad Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Beni Kalan?
- Beni Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Beni Kalan?
- The pincode of Beni Kalan is 822116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Beni Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Beni Kalan is 1,953, with 1,036 males and 917 females.
- How many households are there in Beni Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Beni Kalan village has a total of 305 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Beni Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Beni Kalan is 55.25%. The male literacy rate is 66.80%, while the female literacy rate is 42.20%.