Bentakarpada - Thakurmunda, Mayurbhanj
Bentakarpada is a village situated in the Thakurmunda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thakurmunda and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Digdhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bentakarpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bentakarpada is 389066. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 757038 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Bentakarpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bentakarpada
As per Census 2011, Bentakarpada village has a total population of 420 people, consisting of 211 males and 209 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 276 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 197 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bentakarpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 420 | 211 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 98 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 154 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 57 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Bentakarpada
Bentakarpada 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 Bentakarpada
Bentakarpada 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Bentakarpada is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Bentakarpada is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bentakarpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bentakarpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bentakarpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bentakarpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bentakarpada
Where is Bentakarpada located?
Bentakarpada village is located in Thakurmunda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bentakarpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Bentakarpada is Digdhar.
What is the pincode of Bentakarpada?
The pincode of Bentakarpada is 757038.
What is the population of Bentakarpada?
Bentakarpada has a total population of 420, including 211 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Bentakarpada?
There are 108 households in Bentakarpada.
What is the literacy rate in Bentakarpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bentakarpada is 65.71%. Male literacy is 72.99% and female literacy is 58.37%.