Benangia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Benangia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Rebingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benangia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benangia is 416600. The village covers a total geographical area of 292 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Benangia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Benangia
As per Census 2011, Benangia village has a total population of 150 people, consisting of 80 males and 70 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 50 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 134 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Benangia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 150 | 80 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 74 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 41 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 39 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Benangia
Benangia 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 Benangia
Benangia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Benangia is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Benangia is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Benangia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benangia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Benangia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benangia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Benangia
Where is Benangia located?
Benangia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benangia?
The Gram Panchayat of Benangia is Rebingia.
What is the pincode of Benangia?
The pincode of Benangia is 762110.
What is the population of Benangia?
Benangia has a total population of 150, including 80 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Benangia?
There are 40 households in Benangia.
What is the literacy rate in Benangia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benangia is 33.33%. Male literacy is 51.25% and female literacy is 12.86%.