Benipur - Mohammadabad, Ghazipur
Benipur is a village situated in the Mohammadabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohammadabad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Benipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benipur is 205686. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.9 hectares and falls under the 233229 pincode.
Benipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Zahoorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Benipur
As per Census 2011, Benipur village has a total population of 1,102 people, consisting of 578 males and 524 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 700 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 457 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Benipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,102 | 578 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 92 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 258 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 700 | 428 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 150 | 252 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahamudpur | North-East | 0.62 km |
| Bishambharpur Haktum | South-West | 0.69 km |
| Chaura | West | 0.72 km |
| Bharauali Kalan Susum | South | 0.73 km |
| Chak Rasul Urf Pandeypur | North-West | 0.84 km |
| Bishambharpur Doyam | South | 1.11 km |
| Garar | North-East | 1.28 km |
| Bharavali Kalan Chaharum | South | 1.39 km |
| Paw Pati Awal | South | 1.43 km |
| Hasanpura | North-East | 1.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Benipur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Benipur. The nearest railway station is Tajpur Dehma, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ghazipur to Benipur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 Mohammadabad Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benipur?
Benipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Benipur?
The pincode of Benipur is 233229.
What is the population of Benipur?
Benipur has a total population of 1,102, including 578 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Benipur?
There are 155 households in Benipur.
What is the literacy rate in Benipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benipur is 63.52%. Male literacy is 74.05% and female literacy is 51.91%.