Hire Benkal
Hire Benkal is a village located in Gangawati taluka of Koppal district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Gangawati (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Koppal. As per 2009 stats, Chikkabenakal is the gram panchayat of Hire Benkal village.
Here you can discover what makes Hire Benkal unique in its vibrant Gangawati-Koppal region. You’ll see Hire Benkal’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 Hire Benkal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hire Benkal is 601613. The village spans a total geographical area of 1269.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 583225. Gangawati is nearest town to Hire Benkal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Hire Benkal 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 Gangawati Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Koppal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Hire Benkal
Population of Hire Benkal
According to the 2011 Census, Hire Benkal has a total population of about 2,884, with approximately 1,435 males and 1,449 females. The sex ratio is around 1009 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 422 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 283 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 256. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.88%, with male literacy at about 61.18% and female literacy near 44.65%. There are around 532 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hire Benkal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,884 | 1,435 | 1,449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 215 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 139 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 124 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 1,525 | 878 | 647 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,359 | 557 | 802 |
Connectivity of Hire Benkal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hire Benkal. As per the 2011 stats, Hire Benkal 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hire Benkal
Knowing the nearby villages of Hire Benkal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hire Benkal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hire Benkal
- Where is Hire Benkal located?
- Hire Benkal village is situated in Gangawati Taluka, within the Koppal district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hire Benkal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Hire 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 Hire Benkal?
- The pincode of Hire Benkal is 583225, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hire Benkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hire Benkal is 2,884, with 1,435 males and 1,449 females.
- How many households are there in Hire Benkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hire Benkal village has a total of 532 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hire Benkal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hire Benkal is 52.88%. The male literacy rate is 61.18%, while the female literacy rate is 44.65%.