Benedanga
Benedanga is a village located in Pandua subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.2km away from sub-district headquarter Pandua (tehsildar office) and 20.2km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Itachunakhanyan is the gram panchayat of Benedanga village.
Here you can discover what makes Benedanga unique in its vibrant Pandua-Hugli region. You’ll see Benedanga’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 Benedanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benedanga is 324868. The village spans a total geographical area of 58.4568927 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712147. Chinsurah is nearest town to Benedanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Benedanga
Population of Benedanga
According to the 2011 Census, Benedanga has a total population of about 418, with approximately 219 males and 199 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 37 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 73 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.47%, with male literacy at about 84.02% and female literacy near 72.36%. There are around 96 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Benedanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 418 | 219 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 184 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 35 | 55 |
Connectivity of Benedanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Benedanga. As per the 2011 stats, Benedanga 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Benedanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Benedanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Benedanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Benedanga
- Where is Benedanga located?
- Benedanga village is situated in Pandua Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Benedanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Benedanga is Itachunakhanyan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Benedanga?
- The pincode of Benedanga is 712147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Benedanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benedanga is 418, with 219 males and 199 females.
- How many households are there in Benedanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Benedanga village has a total of 96 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Benedanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benedanga is 78.47%. The male literacy rate is 84.02%, while the female literacy rate is 72.36%.