Benagiwadi
About Benagiwadi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Benagiwadi village is 566000. Benagiwadi village is located in Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Rajapur (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kondsar Bk is the gram panchayat of Benagiwadi village.
The total geographical area of village is 126 hectares. Benagiwadi has a total population of 530 peoples, out of which male population is 224 while female population is 306. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1366 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of benagiwadi village is 70.19% out of which 79.91% males and 63.07% females are literate. There are about 146 houses in benagiwadi village.
When it comes to administration, Benagiwadi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Benagiwadi village comes under Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Rajapur is nearest town to benagiwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
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Population of Benagiwadi
The population details of Benagiwadi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 530 | 224 | 306 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 372 | 179 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 45 | 113 |
Connectivity of Benagiwadi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Benagiwadi
Where is Benagiwadi located?
Benagiwadi village is situated in Rajapur Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benagiwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Benagiwadi is Kondsar Bk (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Benagiwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benagiwadi is 530, with 224 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Benagiwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benagiwadi village has a total of 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benagiwadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benagiwadi is 70.19%. The male literacy rate is 79.91%, while the female literacy rate is 63.07%.