Bengaon
Bengaon is a village located in Kudal tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kudal (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Mangaon is the gram panchayat of Bengaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Bengaon unique in its vibrant Kudal-Sindhudurg region. You’ll see Bengaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bengaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bengaon is 566774. The village spans a total geographical area of 263.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416519. Sawantwadi is nearest town to Bengaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Bengaon
Population of Bengaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bengaon has a total population of about 796, with approximately 401 males and 395 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 57 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.02%, with male literacy at about 85.54% and female literacy near 72.41%. There are around 181 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bengaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 796 | 401 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 629 | 343 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 58 | 109 |
Connectivity of Bengaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bengaon. As per the 2011 stats, Bengaon 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 Bengaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Bengaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bengaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bengaon
- Where is Bengaon located?
- Bengaon village is situated in Kudal Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bengaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bengaon is Mangaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bengaon?
- The pincode of Bengaon is 416519, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bengaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bengaon is 796, with 401 males and 395 females.
- How many households are there in Bengaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bengaon village has a total of 181 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bengaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bengaon is 79.02%. The male literacy rate is 85.54%, while the female literacy rate is 72.41%.