benut

Benut is a town and mukim in Pontian District, Johor, Malaysia. It lies in the western part of the state, inland from the coastal zone along the Straits of Malacca. The mukim of Benut comprises several villages and is one of the administrative subdivisions of Pontian District. Local government is provided by the Pontian District Council, with village affairs often coordinated through local surau or masjid committees and penghulu (village head) offices.

The economy is predominantly rural. Agriculture, including paddy fields and oil palm, forms the backbone of many households, while small-scale farming and local trades support the community. Fishing serves the nearby coastal communities, and Benut also hosts markets and shops that cater to daily needs. The population is largely Malay with minority communities present in the wider district.

Infrastructure includes regional roads connecting Benut to Pontian town and other villages; public transport is limited, with most residents relying on private vehicles or informal transport services. Education facilities typically include primary schools and religious institutions such as mosques and suraus, with secondary schooling available in larger nearby towns. Benut embodies a rural, settlement-based way of life common to parts of Johor.

The name Benut is of Malay origin. The area grew as an agricultural settlement in the 20th century and remains a small, rural community within Johor's development landscape, preserving local traditions and community life.