Bentashalia - Bhuban, Dhenkanal
Bentashalia is a village situated in the Bhuban tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhuban and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Ektali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bentashalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bentashalia is 402629. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 759017 pincode. Bhuban is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Bentashalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bentashalia
According to the 2011 Census, Bentashalia village had a total population of 368 people, including 190 males and 178 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.58%, with male literacy at 98.79% and female literacy at 88.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 368 | 190 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 163 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 27 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Bentashalia
Bentashalia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarangapur | South-East | 0.71 km |
| Nayanilakanthapur | North-East | 0.76 km |
| Ekatali(ka) | West | 1.03 km |
| Kanapalsamilmahulpal | South | 1.31 km |
| Lakshyanapali | North | 1.32 km |
| Brahmapur | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Mrudanga | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Lankabeherakateni | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Chandar | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Routrapur | North-West | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bentashalia
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bentashalia. The nearest railway station is Brahmani Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhuban to Bentashalia is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Bentashalia is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bentashalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bentashalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bentashalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bentashalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bentashalia
Where is Bentashalia located?
Bentashalia village is located in Bhuban Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bentashalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bentashalia is Ektali.
What is the pincode of Bentashalia?
The pincode of Bentashalia is 759017.
What is the population of Bentashalia?
Bentashalia had a total population of 368, including 190 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Bentashalia?
Bentashalia had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bentashalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bentashalia was 93.58%. Male literacy was 98.79% and female literacy was 88.27%.