Benagari

Benagari is a village located in Gangajalghati subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.5km away from sub-district headquarter Amarkanan. Bankura is the district headquarter of Benagari village. As per 2009 stats, Latiaboni is the gram panchayat of Benagari village.

Here you can discover what makes Benagari unique in its vibrant Gangajalghati-Bankura region. You’ll see Benagari’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Benagari

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benagari is 326215. The village spans a total geographical area of 335.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722133. Raniganj is nearest town to Benagari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

When it comes to local governance, Benagari village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saltora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bankura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Benagari

Population of Benagari

According to the 2011 Census, Benagari has a total population of about 2,135, with approximately 1,089 males and 1,046 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 243 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,376 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.25%, with male literacy at about 70.43% and female literacy near 47.61%. There are around 409 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Benagari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Benagari

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Benagari. As per the 2011 stats, Benagari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Benagari

Knowing the nearby villages of Benagari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Benagari.

Frequently Asked Questions about Benagari