Santhebennur
Santhebennur is a village located in Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Channagiri (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Davanagere. As per 2009 stats, Santhebennur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Santhebennur unique in its vibrant Channagiri-Davanagere region. You’ll see Santhebennur’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 Santhebennur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santhebennur is 606960. The village spans a total geographical area of 1474.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577552. Channagiri is nearest town to Santhebennur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Santhebennur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Channagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Davanagere Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Santhebennur
Population of Santhebennur
According to the 2011 Census, Santhebennur has a total population of about 10,239, with approximately 5,163 males and 5,076 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,105 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,911 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 797. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.55%, with male literacy at about 71.28% and female literacy near 61.74%. There are around 2,294 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Santhebennur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,239 | 5,163 | 5,076 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,105 | 572 | 533 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,911 | 957 | 954 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 797 | 394 | 403 |
| Literate Population | 6,814 | 3,680 | 3,134 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,425 | 1,483 | 1,942 |
Connectivity of Santhebennur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santhebennur. As per the 2011 stats, Santhebennur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Santhebennur
Knowing the nearby villages of Santhebennur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santhebennur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santhebennur
- Where is Santhebennur located?
- Santhebennur village is situated in Channagiri Taluka, within the Davanagere district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santhebennur?
- Santhebennur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Santhebennur?
- The pincode of Santhebennur is 577552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Santhebennur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santhebennur is 10,239, with 5,163 males and 5,076 females.
- How many households are there in Santhebennur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santhebennur village has a total of 2,294 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santhebennur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santhebennur is 66.55%. The male literacy rate is 71.28%, while the female literacy rate is 61.74%.