Benipur - Mariahu, Jaunpur
Benipur is a village situated in the Mariahu tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mariahu and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Benipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benipur is 202945. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.08 hectares and falls under the 222127 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 Mariyahu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Benipur
As per Census 2011, Benipur village has a total population of 725 people, consisting of 368 males and 357 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 452 literate and 273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Benipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 725 | 368 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 270 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 98 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Benipur
Benipur 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 Benipur
Benipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jaunpur to Benipur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Benipur
Where is Benipur located?
Benipur village is located in Mariahu Tehsil, Jaunpur 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 222127.
What is the population of Benipur?
Benipur has a total population of 725, including 368 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Benipur?
There are 107 households in Benipur.
What is the literacy rate in Benipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benipur is 62.34%. Male literacy is 73.37% and female literacy is 50.98%.