Beniwad
Beniwad is a village located in Hukeri taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Hukkeri (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Benawad is the gram panchayat of Beniwad village.
Here you can discover what makes Beniwad unique in its vibrant Hukeri-Belgaum region. You’ll see Beniwad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Beniwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Beniwad is 597608. The village spans a total geographical area of 765.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591221. Hukkeri is nearest town to Beniwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Beniwad
Population of Beniwad
According to the 2011 Census, Beniwad has a total population of about 3,040, with approximately 1,542 males and 1,498 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 411 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 393 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.73%, with male literacy at about 70.30% and female literacy near 54.94%. There are around 690 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Beniwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,040 | 1,542 | 1,498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 411 | 216 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 186 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,907 | 1,084 | 823 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,133 | 458 | 675 |
Connectivity of Beniwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Beniwad. As per the 2011 stats, Beniwad 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Beniwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Beniwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Beniwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Beniwad
- Where is Beniwad located?
- Beniwad village is situated in Hukeri Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Beniwad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Beniwad is Benawad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Beniwad?
- The pincode of Beniwad is 591221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Beniwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Beniwad is 3,040, with 1,542 males and 1,498 females.
- How many households are there in Beniwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Beniwad village has a total of 690 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Beniwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Beniwad is 62.73%. The male literacy rate is 70.30%, while the female literacy rate is 54.94%.