Benipur

Benipur is a village located in Neturia subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.2km away from sub-district headquarter Neturia (tehsildar office) and 66.2km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Sarbari is the gram panchayat of Benipur village.

Benipur 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 Benipur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benipur is 330443. The village spans a total geographical area of 51.18 hectares. Borakor is nearest town to Benipur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Benipur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 561 284 277
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 70 38 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) 286 147 139
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 111 58 53
Literate Population 292 166 126
Illiterate Population 269 118 151

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

  • The total population of Benipur village is around 561, including approximately 284 males and 277 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 70 children aged 0–6 years in Benipur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Benipur village has 286 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 111 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Benipur village is about 52.05%, with male literacy at 58.45% and female literacy at 45.49%.
  • There are around 117 households in Benipur village.

Connectivity of Benipur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Benipur. As per the 2011 stats, Benipur 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Benipur

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

Puapur Kelyasota Nadiha Gopalpur Uttarra Ranipur Colliery Mahukura Narayanpur Deilya Kuchahela Sarbari

Frequently Asked Questions about Benipur

Where is Benipur located?
Benipur village is situated in Neturia Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Benipur is Sarbari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Benipur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benipur is 561, with 284 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Benipur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benipur village has a total of 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benipur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benipur is 52.05%. The male literacy rate is 58.45%, while the female literacy rate is 45.49%.