Bennuru

Bennuru is a village located in Sorab taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Sorab (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Dyavanahalli is the gram panchayat of Bennuru village.

Bennuru has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga 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 Bennuru

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bennuru is 607418. The village spans a total geographical area of 431.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577419. Hangal is nearest town to Bennuru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.

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Population of Bennuru

Below is a concise population overview of Bennuru as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 920 482 438
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 103 48 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) 204 109 95
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 662 377 285
Illiterate Population 258 105 153

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bennuru village:

  • The total population of Bennuru village is around 920, including approximately 482 males and 438 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 103 children aged 0–6 years in Bennuru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bennuru village has 204 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bennuru village is about 71.96%, with male literacy at 78.22% and female literacy at 65.07%.
  • There are around 227 households in Bennuru village.

Connectivity of Bennuru

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bennuru. As per the 2011 stats, Bennuru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Bennuru

Knowing the nearby villages of Bennuru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bennuru.

Neralige Mallapura Kubaturu Vittalapura Lakkavalli Kathuvalli Kotekoppa Haralikoppa Samanavalli Hosahalli Kodikoppa

Frequently Asked Questions about Bennuru

Where is Bennuru located?
Bennuru village is situated in Sorab Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bennuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Bennuru is Dyavanahalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bennuru?
The pincode of Bennuru is 577419, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bennuru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bennuru is 920, with 482 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Bennuru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bennuru village has a total of 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bennuru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bennuru is 71.96%. The male literacy rate is 78.22%, while the female literacy rate is 65.07%.