Benagarya - Salanpur, Paschim Bardhaman
Benagarya is a village situated in the Salanpur subdivision of Paschim Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.6 km from Salanpur and around 124 km from Barddhaman. Rupnarayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benagarya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benagarya is 318501. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.42 hectares and falls under the 713386 pincode. Asansol is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Benagarya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Benagarya
According to the 2011 Census, Benagarya village had a total population of 3,434 people, including 1,763 males and 1,671 females, living in 837 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.97%, with male literacy at 96.57% and female literacy at 93.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 297, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,434 | 1,763 | 1,671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 132 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 148 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 3,021 | 1,575 | 1,446 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 188 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Benagarya
Benagarya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Benagarya
Benagarya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Benagarya has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Asansol to Benagarya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barddhaman to Benagarya is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Benagarya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benagarya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Benagarya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benagarya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Benagarya
Where is Benagarya located?
Benagarya village is located in Salanpur Subdivision, Paschim Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Benagarya?
The Gram Panchayat of Benagarya is Rupnarayanpur.
What is the pincode of Benagarya?
The pincode of Benagarya is 713386.
What is the population of Benagarya?
Benagarya had a total population of 3,434, including 1,763 males and 1,671 females.
How many households are there in Benagarya?
Benagarya had 837 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benagarya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benagarya was 94.97%. Male literacy was 96.57% and female literacy was 93.29%.