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
According to the 2011 Census, Benewal village had a total population of 110 people, including 58 males and 52 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.49%, with male literacy at 81.40% and female literacy at 77.14%.
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 | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 110, including 58 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Benewal?
Benewal had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benewal was 79.49%. Male literacy was 81.40% and female literacy was 77.14%.