Bengaon - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Bengaon is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Benagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bengaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bengaon is 422999. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Bengaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bengaon
As per Census 2011, Bengaon village has a total population of 391 people, consisting of 210 males and 181 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 219 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 256 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bengaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Bengaon
Bengaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bengaon
Bengaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Bengaon is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bengaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bengaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bengaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bengaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bengaon
Where is Bengaon located?
Bengaon village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bengaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bengaon is Benagaon.
What is the pincode of Bengaon?
The pincode of Bengaon is 766020.
What is the population of Bengaon?
Bengaon has a total population of 391, including 210 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Bengaon?
There are 82 households in Bengaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bengaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bengaon is 56.01%. Male literacy is 69.05% and female literacy is 40.88%.