Benkipura
About Benkipura
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Benkipura village is 618482. Benkipura village is located in Hunsur taluka of Mysore district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Hunsur (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Mysore. As per 2009 stats, Challahalli is the gram panchayat of Benkipura village.
The total geographical area of village is 352.81 hectares. Benkipura has a total population of 2,415 peoples, out of which male population is 1,207 while female population is 1,208. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of benkipura village is 45.13% out of which 54.10% males and 36.18% females are literate. There are about 545 houses in benkipura village. Pincode of benkipura village locality is 571103.
When it comes to administration, Benkipura 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, Benkipura village comes under Hunsur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mysuru Lok Sabha constituency. Hunsur is nearest town to benkipura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Benkipura
The population details of Benkipura 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 | 2,415 | 1,207 | 1,208 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 278 | 132 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,776 | 891 | 885 |
| Literate Population | 1,090 | 653 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,325 | 554 | 771 |
Connectivity of Benkipura
| 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 Benkipura
Where is Benkipura located?
Benkipura village is situated in Hunsur Taluka, within the Mysore district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benkipura?
The Gram Panchayat of Benkipura is Challahalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Benkipura?
The pincode of Benkipura is 571103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Benkipura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benkipura is 2,415, with 1,207 males and 1,208 females.
How many households are there in Benkipura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benkipura village has a total of 545 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benkipura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benkipura is 45.13%. The male literacy rate is 54.10%, while the female literacy rate is 36.18%.