Benkal
About Benkal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Benkal village is 600592. Benkal village is located in Devadurga taluka of Raichur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Devadurga (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Raichur. As per 2009 stats, Dondambli is the gram panchayat of Benkal village.
The total geographical area of village is 673.67 hectares. Benkal has a total population of 847 peoples, out of which male population is 418 while female population is 429. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1026 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of benkal village is 36.60% out of which 44.50% males and 28.90% females are literate. There are about 143 houses in benkal village. Pincode of benkal village locality is 584111.
When it comes to administration, 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, Benkal village comes under Devadurga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raichur Lok Sabha constituency. Devadurga is nearest town to benkal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Benkal
The population details of 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 | 847 | 418 | 429 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 115 | 51 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 397 | 204 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 186 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 232 | 305 |
Connectivity of 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 Benkal
Where is Benkal located?
Benkal village is situated in Devadurga Taluka, within the Raichur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Benkal is Dondambli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Benkal?
The pincode of Benkal is 584111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Benkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benkal is 847, with 418 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Benkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benkal village has a total of 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benkal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benkal is 36.60%. The male literacy rate is 44.50%, while the female literacy rate is 28.90%.