Benda

Benda is a village located in Patrasayer subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Patrasayer. Bankura is the district headquarter of Benda village. As per 2009 stats, Patrasayer is the gram panchayat of Benda village.

Here you can discover what makes Benda unique in its vibrant Patrasayer-Bankura region. You’ll see Benda’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 Benda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benda is 327588. The village spans a total geographical area of 70.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722206. Patrasayer is nearest town to Benda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

When it comes to local governance, Benda 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 Sonamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bishnupur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Benda

Population of Benda

According to the 2011 Census, Benda has a total population of about 306, with approximately 157 males and 149 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 162 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.04%, with male literacy at about 48.41% and female literacy near 47.65%. There are around 71 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Benda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Benda

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

Nearby Villages of Benda

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Benda