Benakatti - Yaragatti, Belagavi
Benakatti is a village situated in the Yaragatti taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from Parasgad and around 69 km from Belgaum. Madlur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benakatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benakatti is 598186. The village covers a total geographical area of 834.74 hectares and falls under the 591117 pincode. Soundatti is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Benakatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saundatti yellamma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Belagavi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Benakatti
As per Census 2011, Benakatti village has a total population of 3,452 people, consisting of 1,758 males and 1,694 females. The village has 655 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 485 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,925 literate and 1,527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 193 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 500 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Benakatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,452 | 1,758 | 1,694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 485 | 254 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 95 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 500 | 268 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 1,925 | 1,176 | 749 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,527 | 582 | 945 |
Nearby Villages of Benakatti
Benakatti 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 Benakatti
Benakatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soundatti to Benakatti is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Benakatti is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Benakatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benakatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Benakatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benakatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Benakatti
Where is Benakatti located?
Benakatti village is located in Yaragatti Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benakatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Benakatti is Madlur.
What is the pincode of Benakatti?
The pincode of Benakatti is 591117.
What is the population of Benakatti?
Benakatti has a total population of 3,452, including 1,758 males and 1,694 females.
How many households are there in Benakatti?
There are 655 households in Benakatti.
What is the literacy rate in Benakatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benakatti is 55.76%. Male literacy is 66.89% and female literacy is 44.21%.