Bengaon
Bengaon is a village located in Sadar tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sadar (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Chancher is the gram panchayat of Bengaon village.
Bengaon has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Bengaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bengaon is 423520. The village spans a total geographical area of 65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766001. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Bengaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bengaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Bengaon
Below is a concise population overview of Bengaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 102 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 100 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 77 | 102 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bengaon village:
- The total population of Bengaon village is around 221, including approximately 102 males and 119 females, with a sex ratio of 1166 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Bengaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bengaon village has 217 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bengaon village is about 19.00%, with male literacy at 24.51% and female literacy at 14.29%.
- There are around 50 households in Bengaon village.
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 10+ km distance |
| 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 Sadar Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bengaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bengaon is Chancher (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 766001, 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 221, with 102 males and 119 females.
- How many households are there in Bengaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bengaon village has a total of 50 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bengaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bengaon is 19.00%. The male literacy rate is 24.51%, while the female literacy rate is 14.29%.