Benkmura
About Benkmura
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Benkmura village is 381033. Benkmura village is located in Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhanpur (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Jharsuguda. As per 2009 stats, Pandari is the gram panchayat of Benkmura village.
The total geographical area of village is 134 hectares. Benkmura has a total population of 322 peoples, out of which male population is 175 while female population is 147. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 840 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of benkmura village is 71.43% out of which 77.14% males and 64.63% females are literate. There are about 72 houses in benkmura village. Pincode of benkmura village locality is 768234.
When it comes to administration, Benkmura village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Benkmura village comes under Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bargarh Lok Sabha constituency. Belpahar is nearest town to benkmura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Benkmura
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 322 | 175 | 147 |
| Children (0-6) | 36 | 24 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 65 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 135 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 40 | 52 |
Connectivity of Benkmura
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Benkmura
Where is Benkmura located?
Benkmura village is situated in Lakhanpur Tehsil, within the Jharsuguda district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benkmura?
The Gram Panchayat of Benkmura is Pandari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Benkmura?
The pincode of Benkmura is 768234, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Benkmura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benkmura is 322, with 175 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Benkmura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benkmura village has a total of 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benkmura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benkmura is 71.43%. The male literacy rate is 77.14%, while the female literacy rate is 64.63%.