Benapur
Benapur is a village located in Khanapur tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Vita (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Benapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Benapur has its own place in the vibrant Sangli 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 Benapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benapur is 568543. The village spans a total geographical area of 1387 hectares. Vita is nearest town to Benapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Benapur 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 Khanapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Benapur
Population of Benapur
Below is a concise population overview of Benapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,681 | 793 | 888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 88 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 121 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,219 | 647 | 572 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 146 | 316 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Benapur village:
- The total population of Benapur village is around 1,681, including approximately 793 males and 888 females, with a sex ratio of 1119 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 178 children aged 0–6 years in Benapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Benapur village has 261 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Benapur village is about 72.52%, with male literacy at 81.59% and female literacy at 64.41%.
- There are around 391 households in Benapur village.
Connectivity of Benapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Benapur. As per the 2011 stats, Benapur 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Benapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Benapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Benapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Benapur
- Where is Benapur located?
- Benapur village is situated in Khanapur Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Benapur?
- Benapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Benapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benapur is 1,681, with 793 males and 888 females.
- How many households are there in Benapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Benapur village has a total of 391 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Benapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benapur is 72.52%. The male literacy rate is 81.59%, while the female literacy rate is 64.41%.