Benedi

Benedi is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Benedi village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Chubka is the gram panchayat of Benedi village.

Benedi 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 Benedi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benedi is 339704. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.92 hectares. Midnapur is nearest town to Benedi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

When it comes to local governance, Benedi 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 Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram 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 Benedi

Below is a concise population overview of Benedi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 733 372 361
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 106 51 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) 499 252 247
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 10 4 6
Literate Population 424 244 180
Illiterate Population 309 128 181

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Benedi village:

  • The total population of Benedi village is around 733, including approximately 372 males and 361 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 106 children aged 0–6 years in Benedi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Benedi village has 499 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Benedi village is about 57.84%, with male literacy at 65.59% and female literacy at 49.86%.
  • There are around 181 households in Benedi village.

Connectivity of Benedi

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

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

Nearby Villages of Benedi

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Benedi

Where is Benedi located?
Benedi village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Benedi is Chubka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Benedi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benedi is 733, with 372 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Benedi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benedi village has a total of 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benedi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benedi is 57.84%. The male literacy rate is 65.59%, while the female literacy rate is 49.86%.