Bennur
About Bennur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bennur village is 601704. Bennur village is located in Gangawati taluka of Koppal district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Gangawati (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Koppal. As per 2009 stats, Bennur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1625.71 hectares. Bennur has a total population of 2,350 peoples, out of which male population is 1,159 while female population is 1,191. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1027 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bennur village is 37.62% out of which 47.28% males and 28.21% females are literate. There are about 449 houses in bennur village. Pincode of bennur village locality is 583229.
When it comes to administration, Bennur 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, Bennur village comes under Kanakagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Koppal Lok Sabha constituency. Gangawati is nearest town to bennur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Bennur
The population details of Bennur 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 | 2,350 | 1,159 | 1,191 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 377 | 181 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 680 | 315 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 259 | 127 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 884 | 548 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,466 | 611 | 855 |
Connectivity of Bennur
| 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 Bennur
Where is Bennur located?
Bennur village is situated in Gangawati Taluka, within the Koppal district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bennur?
Bennur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bennur?
The pincode of Bennur is 583229, 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 2,350, with 1,159 males and 1,191 females.
How many households are there in Bennur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bennur village has a total of 449 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bennur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bennur is 37.62%. The male literacy rate is 47.28%, while the female literacy rate is 28.21%.