Beni - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Beni is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Puraspar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beni is 186984. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.03 hectares and falls under the 273213 pincode.
Beni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahajanwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gorakhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beni
According to the 2011 Census, Beni village had a total population of 11 people, including 6 males and 5 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.00%.
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 | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Beni
Beni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanchpar | North-West | 0.58 km |
| Alapar | South-West | 0.76 km |
| Rampur Khurd | West | 0.83 km |
| Suhopar | South-East | 0.90 km |
| Tekwar | North-East | 0.91 km |
| Sahaspur | North | 0.93 km |
| Matiyariya | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Kathaicha Bindan | South | 1.28 km |
| Sujanipur | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Chakanakdah | South-East | 1.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beni
Beni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jagatbela, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Beni is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Beni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beni 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Beni
Where is Beni located?
Beni village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beni?
The Gram Panchayat of Beni is Puraspar.
What is the pincode of Beni?
The pincode of Beni is 273213.
What is the population of Beni?
Beni had a total population of 11, including 6 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Beni?
Beni had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beni was 90.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.00%.