Bengama
Bengama is a village located in Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Brahmagiri (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Brahmunia is the gram panchayat of Bengama village.
Here you can discover what makes Bengama unique in its vibrant Brahmagiri-Puri region. You’ll see Bengama’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bengama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bengama is 409967. The village spans a total geographical area of 102 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752011. Puri is nearest town to Bengama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Bengama
Population of Bengama
According to the 2011 Census, Bengama has a total population of about 510, with approximately 245 males and 265 females. The sex ratio is around 1081 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 61 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 56 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.71%, with male literacy at about 79.59% and female literacy near 70.19%. There are around 78 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bengama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 510 | 245 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 381 | 195 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 50 | 79 |
Connectivity of Bengama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bengama. As per the 2011 stats, Bengama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bengama
Knowing the nearby villages of Bengama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bengama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bengama
- Where is Bengama located?
- Bengama village is situated in Brahmagiri Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bengama?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bengama is Brahmunia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bengama?
- The pincode of Bengama is 752011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bengama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bengama is 510, with 245 males and 265 females.
- How many households are there in Bengama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bengama village has a total of 78 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bengama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bengama is 74.71%. The male literacy rate is 79.59%, while the female literacy rate is 70.19%.