Bedkihal
About Bedkihal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bedkihal village is 597168. Bedkihal village is located in Chikodi taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Chikodi (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Bedkihal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1533.02 hectares. Bedkihal has a total population of 11,355 peoples, out of which male population is 5,832 while female population is 5,523. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 947 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bedkihal village is 66.83% out of which 74.30% males and 58.95% females are literate. There are about 2,618 houses in bedkihal village. Pincode of bedkihal village locality is 591214.
When it comes to administration, Bedkihal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Bedkihal village comes under Nippani Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chikkodi Lok Sabha constituency. Sadalgi is nearest town to bedkihal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Bedkihal
The population details of Bedkihal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,355 | 5,832 | 5,523 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,232 | 668 | 564 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,944 | 1,015 | 929 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 502 | 254 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 7,589 | 4,333 | 3,256 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,766 | 1,499 | 2,267 |
Connectivity of Bedkihal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bedkihal
Where is Bedkihal located?
Bedkihal village is situated in Chikodi Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bedkihal?
Bedkihal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bedkihal?
The pincode of Bedkihal is 591214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bedkihal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bedkihal is 11,355, with 5,832 males and 5,523 females.
How many households are there in Bedkihal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bedkihal village has a total of 2,618 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bedkihal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bedkihal is 66.83%. The male literacy rate is 74.30%, while the female literacy rate is 58.95%.