Benka

Benka is a village located in Manbazar I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.5km away from sub-district headquarter Manbazar (tehsildar office) and 43.9km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Jitujuri is the gram panchayat of Benka village.

Benka has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Benka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benka is 332082. The village spans a total geographical area of 329.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723128. Puruliya is nearest town to Benka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Benka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 698 356 342
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 106 59 47
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 507 259 248
Literate Population 363 214 149
Illiterate Population 335 142 193

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

  • The total population of Benka village is around 698, including approximately 356 males and 342 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 106 children aged 0–6 years in Benka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Benka village has 507 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Benka village is about 52.01%, with male literacy at 60.11% and female literacy at 43.57%.
  • There are around 131 households in Benka village.

Connectivity of Benka

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

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

Nearby Villages of Benka

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

Kundru Amakocha Sindurpur Panrkidi Nadiha Maujadi Jitujori Lekrakhanda Behanchabari Pratappur Akshyapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Benka

Where is Benka located?
Benka village is situated in Manbazar I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benka?
The Gram Panchayat of Benka is Jitujuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Benka?
The pincode of Benka is 723128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Benka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benka is 698, with 356 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Benka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benka village has a total of 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benka is 52.01%. The male literacy rate is 60.11%, while the female literacy rate is 43.57%.