Banakal
About Banakal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Banakal village is 609928. Banakal village is located in Mudigere taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Mudigere (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Banakal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1352.93 hectares. Banakal has a total population of 3,231 peoples, out of which male population is 1,592 while female population is 1,639. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1029 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of banakal village is 67.75% out of which 73.37% males and 62.29% females are literate. There are about 824 houses in banakal village. Pincode of banakal village locality is 577113.
When it comes to administration, Banakal 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, Banakal village comes under Mudigere Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency. Mudigere is nearest town to banakal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Banakal
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,231 | 1,592 | 1,639 |
| Literate Population | 2,189 | 1,168 | 1,021 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,042 | 424 | 618 |
Connectivity of Banakal
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Banakal
Frequently Asked Questions about Banakal
Where is Banakal located?
Banakal village is situated in Mudigere Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banakal?
Banakal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Banakal?
The pincode of Banakal is 577113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banakal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banakal is 3,231, with 1,592 males and 1,639 females.
How many households are there in Banakal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banakal village has a total of 824 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banakal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banakal is 67.75%. The male literacy rate is 73.37%, while the female literacy rate is 62.29%.