Beni Bk. - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Beni Bk. is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Beni Bk. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beni Bk. is 565959. The village covers a total geographical area of 598.29 hectares and falls under the 416712 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Beni Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beni Bk.
As per Census 2011, Beni Bk. village has a total population of 964 people, consisting of 459 males and 505 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 696 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beni Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 964 | 459 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 34 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 696 | 369 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 90 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Beni Bk.
Beni Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Majre Juve | South | 2.77 km |
| Harche | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Devi Hasol | South | 3.45 km |
| Bhade | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Panore | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Konddasur | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Satavali | East | 4.13 km |
| Dasur | South-East | 5.47 km |
| Varchi Guravwadi | South-West | 5.56 km |
| Kotapur | South | 5.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beni Bk.
Public transport in the Beni Bk. is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nivasar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratnagiri to Beni Bk. is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beni Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beni Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Beni Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beni Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Beni Bk.
Where is Beni Bk. located?
Beni Bk. village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beni Bk.?
Beni Bk. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Beni Bk.?
The pincode of Beni Bk. is 416712.
What is the population of Beni Bk.?
Beni Bk. has a total population of 964, including 459 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Beni Bk.?
There are 236 households in Beni Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Beni Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beni Bk. is 72.20%. Male literacy is 80.39% and female literacy is 64.75%.