Ben
About Ben
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ben village is 261246. Ben village is located in Ravong subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Ravong (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Namchi. As per 2009 stats, Ben Namprik is the gram panchayat of Ben village.
The total geographical area of village is 836.97 hectares. Ben has a total population of 2,200 peoples, out of which male population is 1,187 while female population is 1,013. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 853 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ben village is 68.14% out of which 73.63% males and 61.70% females are literate. There are about 448 houses in ben village. Pincode of ben village locality is 737139.
When it comes to administration, Ben village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Ben village comes under Temi-namphing Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Singtam is nearest town to ben village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Ben
The population details of Ben cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,200 | 1,187 | 1,013 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 261 | 147 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 785 | 420 | 365 |
| Literate Population | 1,499 | 874 | 625 |
| Illiterate Population | 701 | 313 | 388 |
Connectivity of Ben
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ben
Where is Ben located?
Ben village is situated in Ravong Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ben?
The Gram Panchayat of Ben is Ben Namprik (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ben?
The pincode of Ben is 737139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ben as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ben is 2,200, with 1,187 males and 1,013 females.
How many households are there in Ben as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ben village has a total of 448 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ben as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ben is 68.14%. The male literacy rate is 73.63%, while the female literacy rate is 61.70%.