Bennigere
Bennigere is a village located in Sorab taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 46km away from sub-district headquarter Sorab (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Barangi is the gram panchayat of Bennigere village.
Here you can discover what makes Bennigere unique in its vibrant Sorab-Shimoga region. You’ll see Bennigere’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 Bennigere
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bennigere is 607447. The village spans a total geographical area of 365.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577413. Hirekerur is nearest town to Bennigere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Bennigere
Population of Bennigere
According to the 2011 Census, Bennigere has a total population of about 1,220, with approximately 619 males and 601 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 266 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 282. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.56%, with male literacy at about 68.66% and female literacy near 54.24%. There are around 285 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bennigere's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,220 | 619 | 601 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 85 | 75 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 132 | 134 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 143 | 139 |
Literate Population | 751 | 425 | 326 |
Illiterate Population | 469 | 194 | 275 |
Connectivity of Bennigere
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bennigere. As per the 2011 stats, Bennigere 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 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bennigere
Knowing the nearby villages of Bennigere helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bennigere.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bennigere
- Where is Bennigere located?
- Bennigere village is situated in Sorab Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bennigere?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bennigere is Barangi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bennigere?
- The pincode of Bennigere is 577413, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bennigere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bennigere is 1,220, with 619 males and 601 females.
- How many households are there in Bennigere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bennigere village has a total of 285 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bennigere as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bennigere is 61.56%. The male literacy rate is 68.66%, while the female literacy rate is 54.24%.