Beni
Beni is a village located in Khairlanji tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Khairlanji (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Beni village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Beni unique in its vibrant Khairlanji-Balaghat region. You’ll see Beni’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
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Beni is 497534. The village spans a total geographical area of 613.92 hectares. Waraseoni is nearest town to Beni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Beni 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 Waraseoni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Beni
Population of Beni
According to the 2011 Census, Beni has a total population of about 2,181, with approximately 1,078 males and 1,103 females. The sex ratio is around 1023 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 286 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 64. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.26%, with male literacy at about 73.75% and female literacy near 60.92%. There are around 540 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Beni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,181 | 1,078 | 1,103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 153 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,467 | 795 | 672 |
| Illiterate Population | 714 | 283 | 431 |
Connectivity of Beni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Beni. As per the 2011 stats, Beni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Beni
Knowing the nearby villages of Beni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Beni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Beni
- Where is Beni located?
- Beni village is situated in Khairlanji Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Beni?
- Beni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Beni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Beni is 2,181, with 1,078 males and 1,103 females.
- How many households are there in Beni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Beni village has a total of 540 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Beni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Beni is 67.26%. The male literacy rate is 73.75%, while the female literacy rate is 60.92%.