Bennur
Bennur is a village located in Bagalkot taluka of Bagalkot district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from Bagalkot, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bennur village. As per 2009 stats, Bennur village is also a gram panchayat.
Bennur has its own place in the vibrant Bagalkot 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 Bennur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bennur is 598823. The village spans a total geographical area of 1911.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 587111. Bagalkot is nearest town to Bennur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Bennur
Population of Bennur
Below is a concise population overview of Bennur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,185 | 1,149 | 1,036 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 145 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 198 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,300 | 836 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 885 | 313 | 572 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bennur village:
- The total population of Bennur village is around 2,185, including approximately 1,149 males and 1,036 females, with a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 256 children aged 0–6 years in Bennur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bennur village has 340 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 44 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bennur village is about 59.50%, with male literacy at 72.76% and female literacy at 44.79%.
- There are around 466 households in Bennur village.
Connectivity of Bennur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bennur. As per the 2011 stats, Bennur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bennur
Knowing the nearby villages of Bennur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bennur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bennur
- Where is Bennur located?
- Bennur village is situated in Bagalkot Taluka, within the Bagalkot district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bennur?
- Bennur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bennur?
- The pincode of Bennur is 587111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bennur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bennur is 2,185, with 1,149 males and 1,036 females.
- How many households are there in Bennur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bennur village has a total of 466 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bennur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bennur is 59.50%. The male literacy rate is 72.76%, while the female literacy rate is 44.79%.