Benabazar - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Benabazar is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from Selsella and around 35 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benabazar is 273056. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Benabazar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Benabazar
As per Census 2011, Benabazar village has a total population of 204 people, consisting of 97 males and 107 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 129 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 203 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Benabazar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 204 | 97 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 96 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 71 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 26 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Benabazar
Benabazar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Benabazar
Benabazar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Benabazar is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Benabazar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benabazar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Benabazar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benabazar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Benabazar
Where is Benabazar located?
Benabazar village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Benabazar?
The pincode of Benabazar is 794105.
What is the population of Benabazar?
Benabazar has a total population of 204, including 97 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Benabazar?
There are 46 households in Benabazar.
What is the literacy rate in Benabazar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benabazar is 63.24%. Male literacy is 73.20% and female literacy is 54.21%.