Benageria - Indpur, Bankura
Benageria is a village situated in the Indpur subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Indpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benageria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benageria is 326827. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.99 hectares and falls under the 722173 pincode. Bankura is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Benageria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhatna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bankura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Benageria
As per Census 2011, Benageria village has a total population of 144 people, consisting of 68 males and 76 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,117 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 53 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Benageria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 144 | 68 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 54 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 14 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Benageria
Benageria 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 Benageria
Benageria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bankura to Benageria is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Benageria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benageria 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Benageria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benageria 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Benageria
Where is Benageria located?
Benageria village is located in Indpur Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benageria?
The Gram Panchayat of Benageria is Indpur.
What is the pincode of Benageria?
The pincode of Benageria is 722173.
What is the population of Benageria?
Benageria has a total population of 144, including 68 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Benageria?
There are 30 households in Benageria.
What is the literacy rate in Benageria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benageria is 63.19%. Male literacy is 79.41% and female literacy is 48.68%.