Benkatavalli
About Benkatavalli
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Benkatavalli village is 607312. Benkatavalli village is located in Sagar taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Sagar (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Yadajigalemane is the gram panchayat of Benkatavalli village.
The total geographical area of village is 583.2 hectares. Benkatavalli has a total population of 517 peoples, out of which male population is 243 while female population is 274. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1127 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of benkatavalli village is 77.95% out of which 83.13% males and 73.36% females are literate. There are about 112 houses in benkatavalli village. Pincode of benkatavalli village locality is 577401.
When it comes to administration, Benkatavalli 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, Benkatavalli village comes under Sagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shivamogga Lok Sabha constituency. Sagar is nearest town to benkatavalli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
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Population of Benkatavalli
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 517 | 243 | 274 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 202 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 41 | 73 |
Connectivity of Benkatavalli
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Benkatavalli
Where is Benkatavalli located?
Benkatavalli village is situated in Sagar Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benkatavalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Benkatavalli is Yadajigalemane (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Benkatavalli?
The pincode of Benkatavalli is 577401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Benkatavalli as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benkatavalli is 517, with 243 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Benkatavalli as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benkatavalli village has a total of 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benkatavalli as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benkatavalli is 77.95%. The male literacy rate is 83.13%, while the female literacy rate is 73.36%.