Bengai
Bengai is a village located in Goghat Ii subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.5km away from sub-district headquarter Goghat (tehsildar office) and 89km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Bengai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bengai unique in its vibrant Goghat Ii-Hugli region. You’ll see Bengai’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 Bengai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bengai is 324150. The village spans a total geographical area of 698.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712611. Arambagh is nearest town to Bengai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Bengai
Population of Bengai
According to the 2011 Census, Bengai has a total population of about 4,674, with approximately 2,374 males and 2,300 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 468 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,147 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 372. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.86%, with male literacy at about 77.34% and female literacy near 64.17%. There are around 1,046 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bengai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,674 | 2,374 | 2,300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 468 | 242 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,147 | 1,084 | 1,063 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 372 | 186 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 3,312 | 1,836 | 1,476 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,362 | 538 | 824 |
Connectivity of Bengai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bengai. As per the 2011 stats, Bengai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bengai
Knowing the nearby villages of Bengai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bengai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bengai
- Where is Bengai located?
- Bengai village is situated in Goghat Ii Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bengai?
- Bengai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bengai?
- The pincode of Bengai is 712611, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bengai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bengai is 4,674, with 2,374 males and 2,300 females.
- How many households are there in Bengai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bengai village has a total of 1,046 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bengai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bengai is 70.86%. The male literacy rate is 77.34%, while the female literacy rate is 64.17%.