Benase

Benase is a village located in Pen tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Pen (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Benase village is also a gram panchayat.

Benase has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Benase

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benase is 553987. The village spans a total geographical area of 308 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 402106. Pen is nearest town to Benase village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

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Population of Benase

Below is a concise population overview of Benase as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,121 1,077 1,044
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 160 98 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) 178 91 87
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 105 57 48
Literate Population 1,756 923 833
Illiterate Population 365 154 211

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Benase village:

  • The total population of Benase village is around 2,121, including approximately 1,077 males and 1,044 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 160 children aged 0–6 years in Benase village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Benase village has 178 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 105 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Benase village is about 82.79%, with male literacy at 85.70% and female literacy at 79.79%.
  • There are around 519 households in Benase village.

Connectivity of Benase

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Benase. As per the 2011 stats, Benase had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Benase

Knowing the nearby villages of Benase helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Benase.

Frequently Asked Questions about Benase

Where is Benase located?
Benase village is situated in Pen Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benase?
Benase serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Benase?
The pincode of Benase is 402106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Benase as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benase is 2,121, with 1,077 males and 1,044 females.
How many households are there in Benase as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benase village has a total of 519 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benase as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benase is 82.79%. The male literacy rate is 85.70%, while the female literacy rate is 79.79%.