Bennur
Bennur is a village located in Navalgund taluka of Dharwad district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Navalgund (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Dharwad. As per 2009 stats, Shisuvinahalli is the gram panchayat of Bennur village.
Bennur has its own place in the vibrant Dharwad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Bennur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bennur is 602365. The village spans a total geographical area of 546.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 582201. Navalgund is nearest town to Bennur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Bennur
Population of Bennur
Below is a concise population overview of Bennur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 858 | 433 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 58 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 356 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 77 | 130 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bennur village:
- The total population of Bennur village is around 858, including approximately 433 males and 425 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 107 children aged 0–6 years in Bennur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bennur village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 30 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bennur village is about 75.87%, with male literacy at 82.22% and female literacy at 69.41%.
- There are around 176 households in Bennur village.
Connectivity of Bennur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bennur. As per the 2011 stats, Bennur 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bennur
Knowing the nearby villages of Bennur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bennur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bennur
- Where is Bennur located?
- Bennur village is situated in Navalgund Taluka, within the Dharwad district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bennur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bennur is Shisuvinahalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bennur?
- The pincode of Bennur is 582201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bennur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bennur is 858, with 433 males and 425 females.
- How many households are there in Bennur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bennur village has a total of 176 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bennur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bennur is 75.87%. The male literacy rate is 82.22%, while the female literacy rate is 69.41%.