Chikka Benkal
About Chikka Benkal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chikka Benkal village is 601614. Chikka Benkal village is located in Gangawati taluka of Koppal district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Gangawati (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Koppal. As per 2009 stats, Chikkabenakal is the gram panchayat of Chikka Benkal village.
The total geographical area of village is 2374.11 hectares. Chikka Benkal has a total population of 2,685 peoples, out of which male population is 1,398 while female population is 1,287. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 920 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chikka benkal village is 47.45% out of which 55.36% males and 38.85% females are literate. There are about 425 houses in chikka benkal village. Pincode of chikka benkal village locality is 583235.
When it comes to administration, Chikka Benkal 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, Chikka Benkal village comes under Gangawati Vidhan Sabha constituency & Koppal Lok Sabha constituency. Gangawati is nearest town to chikka benkal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Chikka Benkal
The population details of Chikka Benkal 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 | 2,685 | 1,398 | 1,287 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 453 | 241 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 914 | 482 | 432 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 614 | 316 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 1,274 | 774 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,411 | 624 | 787 |
Connectivity of Chikka Benkal
| 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 Chikka Benkal
Where is Chikka Benkal located?
Chikka Benkal village is situated in Gangawati Taluka, within the Koppal district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikka Benkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikka Benkal is Chikkabenakal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chikka Benkal?
The pincode of Chikka Benkal is 583235, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chikka Benkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikka Benkal is 2,685, with 1,398 males and 1,287 females.
How many households are there in Chikka Benkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikka Benkal village has a total of 425 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikka Benkal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikka Benkal is 47.45%. The male literacy rate is 55.36%, while the female literacy rate is 38.85%.