Benipur - Magrahat - II, South 24 Parganas
Benipur is a village situated in the Magrahat - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from Magrahat and around 40.9 km from Alipore. Gokarni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benipur is 334091. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.98 hectares and falls under the 743609 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Benipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Benipur
As per Census 2011, Benipur village has a total population of 2,338 people, consisting of 1,193 males and 1,145 females. The village has 522 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,526 literate and 812 illiterate residents. Additionally, 464 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Benipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,338 | 1,193 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 146 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 464 | 243 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 1,526 | 826 | 700 |
| Illiterate Population | 812 | 367 | 445 |
Nearby Villages of Benipur
Benipur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Benipur
Benipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Benipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Benipur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Benipur is about 40.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Benipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Benipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Benipur
Where is Benipur located?
Benipur village is located in Magrahat - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Benipur is Gokarni.
What is the pincode of Benipur?
The pincode of Benipur is 743609.
What is the population of Benipur?
Benipur has a total population of 2,338, including 1,193 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Benipur?
There are 522 households in Benipur.
What is the literacy rate in Benipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benipur is 65.27%. Male literacy is 69.24% and female literacy is 61.14%.