Benakanahalli - Madhugiri, Tumakuru

Benakanahalli is a village situated in the Madhugiri taluka of Tumakuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 23 km from Madhugiri and around 66 km from Tumkur. Midigeshi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benakanahalli village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Benakanahalli is 610675. The village covers a total geographical area of 288.62 hectares and falls under the 572133 pincode. Madhugiri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.

Benakanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhugiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tumakuru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Benakanahalli

According to the 2011 Census, Benakanahalli village had a total population of 481 people, including 241 males and 240 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.36%, with male literacy at 77.67% and female literacy at 47.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 151.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Benakanahalli

Benakanahalli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Benakanahalli

Benakanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hindupur, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.2 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhugiri to Benakanahalli is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tumkur to Benakanahalli is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Benakanahalli

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benakanahalli village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Benakanahalli

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benakanahalli village are given below:

FAQs about Benakanahalli