Benapatia - Morada, Mayurbhanj

Benapatia is a village situated in the Morada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Muruda and around 32 km from Baripada. Dhadasahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benapatia village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Benapatia is 390064. The village covers a total geographical area of 186 hectares and falls under the 757020 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.

Benapatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Benapatia

According to the 2011 Census, Benapatia village had a total population of 134 people, including 66 males and 68 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.54%, with male literacy at 65.31% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 134.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Benapatia

Benapatia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Benapatia

Benapatia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amarda Road, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Benapatia is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Benapatia is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Benapatia

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benapatia village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Benapatia

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benapatia village are given below:

FAQs about Benapatia