Bentapur - Brahmagiri, Puri
Bentapur is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bentapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bentapur is 409998. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 752011 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bentapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bentapur
According to the 2011 Census, Bentapur village had a total population of 634 people, including 315 males and 319 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.96%, with male literacy at 97.11% and female literacy at 92.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171.
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 | 634 | 315 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 78 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 269 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 46 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Bentapur
Bentapur 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 Bentapur
Bentapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Puri to Bentapur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bentapur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bentapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bentapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bentapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bentapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bentapur
Where is Bentapur located?
Bentapur village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bentapur?
Bentapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bentapur?
The pincode of Bentapur is 752011.
What is the population of Bentapur?
Bentapur had a total population of 634, including 315 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Bentapur?
Bentapur had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bentapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bentapur was 94.96%. Male literacy was 97.11% and female literacy was 92.83%.