Benkanhal
About Benkanhal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Benkanhal village is 601589. Benkanhal village is located in Gangawati taluka of Koppal district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Gangawati (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Koppal. As per 2009 stats, Sulekal is the gram panchayat of Benkanhal village.
The total geographical area of village is 520.07 hectares. Benkanhal has a total population of 939 peoples, out of which male population is 458 while female population is 481. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1050 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of benkanhal village is 69.33% out of which 78.38% males and 60.71% females are literate. There are about 176 houses in benkanhal village. Pincode of benkanhal village locality is 583283.
When it comes to administration, Benkanhal 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, Benkanhal village comes under Kanakagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Koppal Lok Sabha constituency. Gangawati is nearest town to benkanhal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Benkanhal
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 939 | 458 | 481 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 359 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 99 | 189 |
Connectivity of Benkanhal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Benkanhal
Where is Benkanhal located?
Benkanhal village is situated in Gangawati Taluka, within the Koppal district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benkanhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Benkanhal is Sulekal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Benkanhal?
The pincode of Benkanhal is 583283, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Benkanhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benkanhal is 939, with 458 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Benkanhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benkanhal village has a total of 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benkanhal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benkanhal is 69.33%. The male literacy rate is 78.38%, while the female literacy rate is 60.71%.