Benipur - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Benipur is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mbedkar Nagar. Bhadya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benipur is 167739. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.14 hectares and falls under the 224176 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Benipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Benipur
According to the 2011 Census, Benipur village had a total population of 228 people, including 111 males and 117 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.30%, with male literacy at 89.77% and female literacy at 65.98%.
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 | 228 | 111 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 79 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 32 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Benipur
Benipur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lalboghi | East | 2.04 km |
| Chandpura | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Musaypur | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Jamhora | South | 3.19 km |
| Ambari | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Jungle No 8 | North-West | 4.29 km |
| Madan Pur | East | 4.33 km |
| Dariyabad | West | 4.37 km |
| Daulat Pur | North-East | 4.66 km |
| Dewari Rara | South-West | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Benipur
Benipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Belrayan, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 127.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahrajganj to Benipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mbedkar Nagar to Benipur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Benipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Benipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Benipur
Where is Benipur located?
Benipur village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Benipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Benipur is Bhadya.
What is the pincode of Benipur?
The pincode of Benipur is 224176.
What is the population of Benipur?
Benipur had a total population of 228, including 111 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Benipur?
Benipur had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benipur was 77.30%. Male literacy was 89.77% and female literacy was 65.98%.