Benapada
Benapada is a village located in Soro tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Soro (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Saud is the gram panchayat of Benapada village.
Benapada has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar 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 Benapada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benapada is 393825. The village spans a total geographical area of 117 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756042. Soro is nearest town to Benapada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Benapada 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 Soro Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Benapada
Population of Benapada
Below is a concise population overview of Benapada 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 | 448 | 230 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 176 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 54 | 72 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Benapada village:
- The total population of Benapada village is around 448, including approximately 230 males and 218 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Benapada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Benapada village has 104 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Benapada village is about 71.88%, with male literacy at 76.52% and female literacy at 66.97%.
- There are around 134 households in Benapada village.
Connectivity of Benapada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Benapada. As per the 2011 stats, Benapada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Benapada
Knowing the nearby villages of Benapada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Benapada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Benapada
- Where is Benapada located?
- Benapada village is situated in Soro Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Benapada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Benapada is Saud (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Benapada?
- The pincode of Benapada is 756042, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Benapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benapada is 448, with 230 males and 218 females.
- How many households are there in Benapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Benapada village has a total of 134 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Benapada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benapada is 71.88%. The male literacy rate is 76.52%, while the female literacy rate is 66.97%.