Benkanhalli
About Benkanhalli
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Benkanhalli village is 620449. Benkanhalli village is located in Chincholi taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Chincholi (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Kerolli is the gram panchayat of Benkanhalli village.
The total geographical area of village is 472.79 hectares. Benkanhalli has a total population of 791 peoples, out of which male population is 396 while female population is 395. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 997 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of benkanhalli village is 62.33% out of which 72.47% males and 52.15% females are literate. There are about 136 houses in benkanhalli village. Pincode of benkanhalli village locality is 585324.
When it comes to administration, Benkanhalli 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, Benkanhalli village comes under Sedam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kalaburagi Lok Sabha constituency. Chincholi is nearest town to benkanhalli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
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Population of Benkanhalli
The population details of Benkanhalli cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 791 | 396 | 395 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 493 | 287 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 109 | 189 |
Connectivity of Benkanhalli
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Benkanhalli
Where is Benkanhalli located?
Benkanhalli village is situated in Chincholi Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benkanhalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Benkanhalli is Kerolli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Benkanhalli?
The pincode of Benkanhalli is 585324, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Benkanhalli as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benkanhalli is 791, with 396 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Benkanhalli as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benkanhalli village has a total of 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benkanhalli as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benkanhalli is 62.33%. The male literacy rate is 72.47%, while the female literacy rate is 52.15%.