Bennehalli - Jagalur, Davanagere
Bennehalli is a village situated in the Jagalur taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagalur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Kalledevarapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bennehalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bennehalli is 606538. The village covers a total geographical area of 464.41 hectares and falls under the 577528 pincode. Jagalur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bennehalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagalur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bennehalli
According to the 2011 Census, Bennehalli village had a total population of 1,241 people, including 645 males and 596 females, living in 280 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.74%, with male literacy at 77.66% and female literacy at 61.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 202, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,241 | 645 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 81 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 100 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 763 | 438 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 207 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Bennehalli
Bennehalli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bommagatta | South | 1.21 km |
| Dyamalinganahalli | West | 2.16 km |
| Donnehalli | North | 2.56 km |
| Kalledevarapura | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Mustur | East | 3.32 km |
| Honnamaradi | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Kadambanakatte | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Jammapura | West | 4.24 km |
| Kamagethanahalli | North | 4.83 km |
| Mudlamachikere | North | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bennehalli
Bennehalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chitradurg, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.2 km.
| 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 Jagalur to Bennehalli is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Bennehalli is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bennehalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bennehalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bennehalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bennehalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bennehalli
Where is Bennehalli located?
Bennehalli village is located in Jagalur Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bennehalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bennehalli is Kalledevarapura.
What is the pincode of Bennehalli?
The pincode of Bennehalli is 577528.
What is the population of Bennehalli?
Bennehalli had a total population of 1,241, including 645 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Bennehalli?
Bennehalli had 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bennehalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bennehalli was 69.74%. Male literacy was 77.66% and female literacy was 61.32%.