Benkikere
About Benkikere
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Benkikere village is 607082. Benkikere village is located in Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Channagiri (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Davanagere. As per 2009 stats, Hebbalagere is the gram panchayat of Benkikere village.
The total geographical area of village is 777.56 hectares. Benkikere has a total population of 1,673 peoples, out of which male population is 849 while female population is 824. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 970 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of benkikere village is 60.85% out of which 70.91% males and 50.49% females are literate. There are about 366 houses in benkikere village. Pincode of benkikere village locality is 577215.
When it comes to administration, Benkikere 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, Benkikere village comes under Channagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Davanagere Lok Sabha constituency. Channagiri is nearest town to benkikere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
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Population of Benkikere
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,673 | 849 | 824 |
Literate Population | 1,018 | 602 | 416 |
Illiterate Population | 655 | 247 | 408 |
Connectivity of Benkikere
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Benkikere
Where is Benkikere located?
Benkikere village is situated in Channagiri Taluka, within the Davanagere district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benkikere?
The Gram Panchayat of Benkikere is Hebbalagere (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Benkikere?
The pincode of Benkikere is 577215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Benkikere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benkikere is 1,673, with 849 males and 824 females.
How many households are there in Benkikere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benkikere village has a total of 366 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benkikere as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benkikere is 60.85%. The male literacy rate is 70.91%, while the female literacy rate is 50.49%.