Benger
About Benger
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Benger village is 424194. Benger village is located in Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Jayapatna (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Paikkandmundi is the gram panchayat of Benger village.
The total geographical area of village is 221 hectares. Benger has a total population of 688 peoples, out of which male population is 331 while female population is 357. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1078 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of benger village is 36.77% out of which 48.04% males and 26.33% females are literate. There are about 187 houses in benger village. Pincode of benger village locality is 766013.
When it comes to administration, Benger 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, Benger village comes under Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency. Junagarh is nearest town to benger village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
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Population of Benger
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 688 | 331 | 357 |
| Children (0-6) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 373 | 179 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 159 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 172 | 263 |
Connectivity of Benger
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Benger
Where is Benger located?
Benger village is situated in Jayapatna Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benger?
The Gram Panchayat of Benger is Paikkandmundi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Benger?
The pincode of Benger is 766013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Benger as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benger is 688, with 331 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Benger as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benger village has a total of 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benger as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benger is 36.77%. The male literacy rate is 48.04%, while the female literacy rate is 26.33%.