Bena

Bena is a village located in Hasnabad subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 43.7km away from sub-district headquarter Hasnabad. Barasat is the district headquarter of Bena village. As per 2009 stats, Patlikhanpur is the gram panchayat of Bena village.

Here you can discover what makes Bena unique in its vibrant Hasnabad-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Bena’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 Bena

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bena is 323966. The village spans a total geographical area of 73.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743426. Taki is nearest town to Bena village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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

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Population of Bena

According to the 2011 Census, Bena has a total population of about 3,318, with approximately 1,667 males and 1,651 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 443 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 504 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 211. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.13%, with male literacy at about 53.63% and female literacy near 44.58%. There are around 810 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bena's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,318 1,667 1,651
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 443 232 211
Scheduled Castes (SC) 504 265 239
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 211 101 110
Literate Population 1,630 894 736
Illiterate Population 1,688 773 915

Connectivity of Bena

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Bena

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bena

Where is Bena located?
Bena village is situated in Hasnabad Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bena?
The Gram Panchayat of Bena is Patlikhanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bena?
The pincode of Bena is 743426, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bena as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bena is 3,318, with 1,667 males and 1,651 females.
How many households are there in Bena as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bena village has a total of 810 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bena as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bena is 49.13%. The male literacy rate is 53.63%, while the female literacy rate is 44.58%.