Benkanhal
Benkanhal is a village located in Lingsugur taluka of Raichur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Lingsugur (tehsildar office) and 124km away from district headquarter Raichur. As per 2009 stats, Digganayakanabhavi is the gram panchayat of Benkanhal village.
Benkanhal has its own place in the vibrant Raichur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Benkanhal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benkanhal is 600517. The village spans a total geographical area of 234.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 584124. Mudgal is nearest town to Benkanhal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Benkanhal
Below is a concise population overview of Benkanhal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 563 | 292 | 271 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 44 | 51 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 333 | 183 | 150 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 74 | 83 |
Literate Population | 292 | 191 | 101 |
Illiterate Population | 271 | 101 | 170 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Benkanhal village:
- The total population of Benkanhal village is around 563, including approximately 292 males and 271 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Benkanhal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Benkanhal village has 333 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 157 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Benkanhal village is about 51.87%, with male literacy at 65.41% and female literacy at 37.27%.
- There are around 93 households in Benkanhal village.
Connectivity of Benkanhal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Benkanhal. As per the 2011 stats, Benkanhal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Benkanhal
Knowing the nearby villages of Benkanhal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Benkanhal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Benkanhal
- Where is Benkanhal located?
- Benkanhal village is situated in Lingsugur Taluka, within the Raichur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Benkanhal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Benkanhal is Digganayakanabhavi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Benkanhal?
- The pincode of Benkanhal is 584124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Benkanhal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benkanhal is 563, with 292 males and 271 females.
- How many households are there in Benkanhal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Benkanhal village has a total of 93 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Benkanhal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benkanhal is 51.87%. The male literacy rate is 65.41%, while the female literacy rate is 37.27%.