Benoda - Warud, Amravati
Benoda is a village situated in the Warud tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Warud and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Benoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benoda is 532477. The village covers a total geographical area of 1505.04 hectares and falls under the 444908 pincode. Warud is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Benoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Benoda
As per Census 2011, Benoda village has a total population of 7,772 people, consisting of 3,998 males and 3,774 females. The village has 1,884 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 722 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,199 literate and 1,573 illiterate residents. Additionally, 922 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,000 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Benoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,772 | 3,998 | 3,774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 722 | 380 | 342 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 922 | 493 | 429 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,000 | 511 | 489 |
| Literate Population | 6,199 | 3,341 | 2,858 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,573 | 657 | 916 |
Nearby Villages of Benoda
Benoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagziri | West | 2.44 km |
| Goregaon | South | 2.93 km |
| Palsona | North | 3.44 km |
| Manikpur | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Karajgaon | South-East | 4.04 km |
| Mangona | North | 4.13 km |
| Jamgaon Khadka | West | 4.25 km |
| Bargaon | West | 4.33 km |
| Dhamandhas | North-West | 4.35 km |
| Jarud Bhag 1 | East | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Benoda
Benoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Benoda, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warud to Benoda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Benoda is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Benoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Benoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Benoda
Where is Benoda located?
Benoda village is located in Warud Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benoda?
Benoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Benoda?
The pincode of Benoda is 444908.
What is the population of Benoda?
Benoda has a total population of 7,772, including 3,998 males and 3,774 females.
How many households are there in Benoda?
There are 1,884 households in Benoda.
What is the literacy rate in Benoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benoda is 79.76%. Male literacy is 83.57% and female literacy is 75.73%.