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.
Here you can discover what makes Bennuru unique in its vibrant Sorab-Shimoga region. You’ll see Bennuru’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 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.
Google Map of Bennuru
Population of Bennuru
According to the 2011 Census, Bennuru has a total population of about 920, with approximately 482 males and 438 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 103 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 204 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.96%, with male literacy at about 78.22% and female literacy near 65.07%. There are around 227 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bennuru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.