Benagam
About Benagam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Benagam village is 428343. Benagam village is located in Bhairabsingipur tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Bhairabsingipur (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Benagam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 283 hectares. Benagam has a total population of 1,419 peoples, out of which male population is 650 while female population is 769. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1183 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of benagam village is 37.21% out of which 43.69% males and 31.73% females are literate. There are about 324 houses in benagam village. Pincode of benagam village locality is 764057.
When it comes to administration, Benagam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Benagam village comes under Jeypore Vidhan Sabha constituency & Koraput Lok Sabha constituency. Kotpad is nearest town to benagam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Benagam
The population details of Benagam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,419 | 650 | 769 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 235 | 107 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 331 | 157 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 924 | 410 | 514 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 284 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 891 | 366 | 525 |
Connectivity of Benagam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Benagam
Where is Benagam located?
Benagam village is situated in Bhairabsingipur Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benagam?
Benagam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Benagam?
The pincode of Benagam is 764057, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Benagam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benagam is 1,419, with 650 males and 769 females.
How many households are there in Benagam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benagam village has a total of 324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benagam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benagam is 37.21%. The male literacy rate is 43.69%, while the female literacy rate is 31.73%.