Bengaon
Bengaon is a village located in Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Lanjigarh (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Benagaon is the gram panchayat of Bengaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Bengaon unique in its vibrant Lanjigarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Bengaon’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 Bengaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bengaon is 422999. The village spans a total geographical area of 73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766020. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Bengaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Bengaon
Population of Bengaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bengaon has a total population of about 391, with approximately 210 males and 181 females. The sex ratio is around 861 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 70 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 56 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 256. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.01%, with male literacy at about 69.05% and female literacy near 40.88%. There are around 82 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bengaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 391 | 210 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 46 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 140 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 145 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 65 | 107 |
Connectivity of Bengaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bengaon. As per the 2011 stats, Bengaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bengaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Bengaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bengaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bengaon
- Where is Bengaon located?
- Bengaon village is situated in Lanjigarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bengaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bengaon is Benagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bengaon?
- The pincode of Bengaon is 766020, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bengaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bengaon is 391, with 210 males and 181 females.
- How many households are there in Bengaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bengaon village has a total of 82 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bengaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bengaon is 56.01%. The male literacy rate is 69.05%, while the female literacy rate is 40.88%.