Beni Khurd - Hussainabad, Palamu
Beni Khurd is a village situated in the Hussainabad subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. Daruabeni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beni Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beni Khurd is 365047. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 822116 pincode.
Beni Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Beni Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Beni Khurd village had a total population of 392 people, including 201 males and 191 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.03%, with male literacy at 75.82% and female literacy at 49.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 149.
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 | 392 | 201 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 48 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 76 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 116 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 85 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Beni Khurd
Beni Khurd is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mankhap | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Buland Bigha | North | 1.13 km |
| Darua | West | 1.19 km |
| Tendua | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Beni Kalan | East | 1.63 km |
| Teta | South | 1.64 km |
| Kusumhara | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Karimandih | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Bhagwan Bigha | South | 1.84 km |
| Bahadur Bigha | East | 1.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beni Khurd
Public transport in the Beni Khurd is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Japla, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 128.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Beni Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beni Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Beni Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beni Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Beni Khurd
Where is Beni Khurd located?
Beni Khurd village is located in Hussainabad Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beni Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Beni Khurd is Daruabeni.
What is the pincode of Beni Khurd?
The pincode of Beni Khurd is 822116.
What is the population of Beni Khurd?
Beni Khurd had a total population of 392, including 201 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Beni Khurd?
Beni Khurd had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beni Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beni Khurd was 62.03%. Male literacy was 75.82% and female literacy was 49.08%.