Bengooru
Bengooru is a village located in Madikeri taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 21km away from Madikeri, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bengooru village. As per 2009 stats, Bengoor Cherambane is the gram panchayat of Bengooru village.
Here you can discover what makes Bengooru unique in its vibrant Madikeri-Kodagu region. You’ll see Bengooru’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 Bengooru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bengooru is 617804. The village spans a total geographical area of 1368.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571257. Madikeri is nearest town to Bengooru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bengooru 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 Virajpet Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mysuru Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bengooru
Population of Bengooru
According to the 2011 Census, Bengooru has a total population of about 1,637, with approximately 848 males and 789 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 152 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 326 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 114. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.96%, with male literacy at about 76.65% and female literacy near 66.92%. There are around 449 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bengooru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,637 | 848 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 81 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 163 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 64 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 1,178 | 650 | 528 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 198 | 261 |
Connectivity of Bengooru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bengooru. As per the 2011 stats, Bengooru 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 Bengooru
Knowing the nearby villages of Bengooru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bengooru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bengooru
- Where is Bengooru located?
- Bengooru village is situated in Madikeri Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bengooru?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bengooru is Bengoor Cherambane (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bengooru?
- The pincode of Bengooru is 571257, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bengooru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bengooru is 1,637, with 848 males and 789 females.
- How many households are there in Bengooru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bengooru village has a total of 449 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bengooru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bengooru is 71.96%. The male literacy rate is 76.65%, while the female literacy rate is 66.92%.