Benuri - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Benuri is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from Gochhapada and around 48 km from Phulbani. Polabrudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benuri is 415271. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Benuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Benuri
According to the 2011 Census, Benuri village had a total population of 11 people, including 6 males and 5 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Benuri
Benuri 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 Benuri
Benuri 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Benuri is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Benuri is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Benuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Benuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Benuri
Where is Benuri located?
Benuri village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Benuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Benuri is Polabrudi.
What is the pincode of Benuri?
The pincode of Benuri is 762002.
What is the population of Benuri?
Benuri had a total population of 11, including 6 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Benuri?
Benuri had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benuri was 60.00%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 40.00%.