Benapura - Basta, Balasore
Benapura is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Basta and around 42 km from Baleshwar. Santoshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benapura is 392318. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Benapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Benapura
As per Census 2011, Benapura village has a total population of 950 people, consisting of 476 males and 474 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 668 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 183 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Benapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 950 | 476 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 51 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 92 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 90 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 668 | 376 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 100 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Benapura
Benapura 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 Benapura
Public transport in the Benapura is mainly available through bus services. Benapura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Benapura is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Benapura is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Benapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Benapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benapura 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Benapura
Where is Benapura located?
Benapura village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Benapura is Santoshpur.
What is the pincode of Benapura?
The pincode of Benapura is 756029.
What is the population of Benapura?
Benapura has a total population of 950, including 476 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Benapura?
There are 213 households in Benapura.
What is the literacy rate in Benapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benapura is 70.32%. Male literacy is 78.99% and female literacy is 61.60%.