Benathol
Benathol is a village located in Mejhia subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.1km away from sub-district headquarter Mejhia. Bankura is the district headquarter of Benathol village. As per 2009 stats, Kushtore is the gram panchayat of Benathol village.
Benathol has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Benathol
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benathol is 326147. The village spans a total geographical area of 140.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722143. Raniganj is nearest town to Benathol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Benathol
Below is a concise population overview of Benathol as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 534 | 281 | 253 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 68 | 71 |
Literate Population | 256 | 175 | 81 |
Illiterate Population | 278 | 106 | 172 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Benathol village:
- The total population of Benathol village is around 534, including approximately 281 males and 253 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Benathol village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Benathol village has 52 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 139 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Benathol village is about 47.94%, with male literacy at 62.28% and female literacy at 32.02%.
- There are around 92 households in Benathol village.
Connectivity of Benathol
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Benathol. As per the 2011 stats, Benathol had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Benathol
Knowing the nearby villages of Benathol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Benathol.
Frequently Asked Questions about Benathol
- Where is Benathol located?
- Benathol village is situated in Mejhia Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Benathol?
- The Gram Panchayat of Benathol is Kushtore (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Benathol?
- The pincode of Benathol is 722143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Benathol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benathol is 534, with 281 males and 253 females.
- How many households are there in Benathol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Benathol village has a total of 92 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Benathol as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benathol is 47.94%. The male literacy rate is 62.28%, while the female literacy rate is 32.02%.