Bennuru - Sorab, Shivamogga
Bennuru is a village situated in the Sorab taluka of Shivamogga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from Sorab and around 100 km from Shimoga. Katuvalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bennuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bennuru is 607418. The village covers a total geographical area of 431.38 hectares and falls under the 577419 pincode. Hangal is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Bennuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sorab Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bennuru
According to the 2011 Census, Bennuru village had a total population of 920 people, including 482 males and 438 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.03%, with male literacy at 86.87% and female literacy at 74.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 377 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 105 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Bennuru
Bennuru is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bennuru
Bennuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hangal to Bennuru is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shimoga to Bennuru is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bennuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bennuru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bennuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bennuru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bennuru
Where is Bennuru located?
Bennuru village is located in Sorab Taluka, Shivamogga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bennuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Bennuru is Katuvalli.
What is the pincode of Bennuru?
The pincode of Bennuru is 577419.
What is the population of Bennuru?
Bennuru had a total population of 920, including 482 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Bennuru?
Bennuru had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bennuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bennuru was 81.03%. Male literacy was 86.87% and female literacy was 74.41%.