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.
Here you can discover what makes Benapada unique in its vibrant Soro-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Benapada’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Benapada has a total population of about 448, with approximately 230 males and 218 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 104. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.88%, with male literacy at about 76.52% and female literacy near 66.97%. There are around 134 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Benapada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.