Bentangar
Bentangar is a village located in Bandgaon subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4.5km away from sub-district headquarter Bandgaon (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Landupada is the gram panchayat of Bentangar village.
Bentangar has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum 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 Bentangar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bentangar is 377242. The village spans a total geographical area of 236 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833102. Bandgaon is nearest town to Bentangar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bentangar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bentangar
Population of Bentangar
Below is a concise population overview of Bentangar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 240 | 122 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 112 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 48 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 74 | 92 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bentangar village:
- The total population of Bentangar village is around 240, including approximately 122 males and 118 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Bentangar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bentangar village has 220 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bentangar village is about 30.83%, with male literacy at 39.34% and female literacy at 22.03%.
- There are around 47 households in Bentangar village.
Connectivity of Bentangar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bentangar. As per the 2011 stats, Bentangar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bentangar
Knowing the nearby villages of Bentangar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bentangar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bentangar
- Where is Bentangar located?
- Bentangar village is situated in Bandgaon Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bentangar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bentangar is Landupada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bentangar?
- The pincode of Bentangar is 833102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bentangar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bentangar is 240, with 122 males and 118 females.
- How many households are there in Bentangar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bentangar village has a total of 47 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bentangar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bentangar is 30.83%. The male literacy rate is 39.34%, while the female literacy rate is 22.03%.