Benakanahalli - Channagiri, Davanagere
Benakanahalli is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channagiri and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Nillogal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benakanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benakanahalli is 606899. The village covers a total geographical area of 948.31 hectares and falls under the 577215 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Benakanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mayakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Benakanahalli
As per Census 2011, Benakanahalli village has a total population of 1,029 people, consisting of 520 males and 509 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 578 literate and 451 illiterate residents. Additionally, 934 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Benakanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,029 | 520 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 37 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 934 | 473 | 461 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 339 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 181 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Benakanahalli
Benakanahalli 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 Benakanahalli
Benakanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Honnali to Benakanahalli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Benakanahalli is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Benakanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benakanahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Benakanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benakanahalli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Benakanahalli
Where is Benakanahalli located?
Benakanahalli village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benakanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Benakanahalli is Nillogal.
What is the pincode of Benakanahalli?
The pincode of Benakanahalli is 577215.
What is the population of Benakanahalli?
Benakanahalli has a total population of 1,029, including 520 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Benakanahalli?
There are 213 households in Benakanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Benakanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Benakanahalli is 56.17%. Male literacy is 65.19% and female literacy is 46.95%.