Benauda
Benauda is a village located in Bhagawanpur I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Kajlagarh are the district & sub-district headquarters of Benauda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Mahammadpur Ii is the gram panchayat of Benauda village.
Here you can discover what makes Benauda unique in its vibrant Bhagawanpur I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Benauda’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 Benauda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benauda is 345386. The village spans a total geographical area of 109.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721601. Contai is nearest town to Benauda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Benauda
Population of Benauda
According to the 2011 Census, Benauda has a total population of about 1,097, with approximately 560 males and 537 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 159 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 236 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.82%, with male literacy at about 71.07% and female literacy near 60.34%. There are around 255 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Benauda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,097 | 560 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 121 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 722 | 398 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 162 | 213 |
Connectivity of Benauda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Benauda. As per the 2011 stats, Benauda 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 Benauda
Knowing the nearby villages of Benauda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Benauda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Benauda
- Where is Benauda located?
- Benauda village is situated in Bhagawanpur I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Benauda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Benauda is Mahammadpur Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Benauda?
- The pincode of Benauda is 721601, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Benauda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benauda is 1,097, with 560 males and 537 females.
- How many households are there in Benauda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Benauda village has a total of 255 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Benauda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benauda is 65.82%. The male literacy rate is 71.07%, while the female literacy rate is 60.34%.