Benya
Benya is a village located in Debra subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Balichak are the district & sub-district headquarters of Benya village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Debra Ii is the gram panchayat of Benya village.
Benya has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Benya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benya is 342301. The village spans a total geographical area of 169.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721136. Midnapur is nearest town to Benya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Benya
Below is a concise population overview of Benya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,284 | 625 | 659 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 87 | 84 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 392 | 190 | 202 |
Literate Population | 832 | 441 | 391 |
Illiterate Population | 452 | 184 | 268 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Benya village:
- The total population of Benya village is around 1,284, including approximately 625 males and 659 females, with a sex ratio of 1054 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 134 children aged 0–6 years in Benya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Benya village has 171 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 392 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Benya village is about 64.80%, with male literacy at 70.56% and female literacy at 59.33%.
- There are around 303 households in Benya village.
Connectivity of Benya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Benya. As per the 2011 stats, Benya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Benya
Knowing the nearby villages of Benya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Benya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Benya
- Where is Benya located?
- Benya village is situated in Debra Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Benya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Benya is Debra Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Benya?
- The pincode of Benya is 721136, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Benya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benya is 1,284, with 625 males and 659 females.
- How many households are there in Benya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Benya village has a total of 303 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Benya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benya is 64.80%. The male literacy rate is 70.56%, while the female literacy rate is 59.33%.