Benewal - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Benewal is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Binewal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benewal is 031827. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 146110 pincode. Mahilpur is the nearest town.
Benewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Benewal
As per Census 2011, Benewal village has a total population of 110 people, consisting of 58 males and 52 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 62 literate and 48 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Benewal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 23 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Benewal
Benewal 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 Benewal
Benewal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Benewal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Benewal 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 Benewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Benewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Benewal
Where is Benewal located?
Benewal village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Benewal is Binewal.
What is the pincode of Benewal?
The pincode of Benewal is 146110.
What is the population of Benewal?
Benewal has a total population of 110, including 58 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Benewal?
There are 26 households in Benewal.
What is the literacy rate in Benewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benewal is 56.36%. Male literacy is 60.34% and female literacy is 51.92%.