Benikheda
Benikheda is a village located in Patan tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Jabalpur. As per 2009 stats, Benikheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Benikheda has its own place in the vibrant Jabalpur 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 Benikheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benikheda is 489497. The village spans a total geographical area of 347.98 hectares. Patan is nearest town to Benikheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Benikheda 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 Patan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Benikheda
Below is a concise population overview of Benikheda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,018 | 539 | 479 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 62 | 53 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 108 | 94 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 60 | 64 |
Literate Population | 746 | 424 | 322 |
Illiterate Population | 272 | 115 | 157 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Benikheda village:
- The total population of Benikheda village is around 1,018, including approximately 539 males and 479 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 115 children aged 0–6 years in Benikheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Benikheda village has 202 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 124 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Benikheda village is about 73.28%, with male literacy at 78.66% and female literacy at 67.22%.
- There are around 223 households in Benikheda village.
Connectivity of Benikheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Benikheda. As per the 2011 stats, Benikheda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Benikheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Benikheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Benikheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Benikheda
- Where is Benikheda located?
- Benikheda village is situated in Patan Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Benikheda?
- Benikheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Benikheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benikheda is 1,018, with 539 males and 479 females.
- How many households are there in Benikheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Benikheda village has a total of 223 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Benikheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benikheda is 73.28%. The male literacy rate is 78.66%, while the female literacy rate is 67.22%.