Benkikere

Benkikere is a village located in Turuvekere taluka of Tumkur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Turuvekere (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Tumkur. As per 2009 stats, Muthugadahalli is the gram panchayat of Benkikere village.

Benkikere has its own place in the vibrant Tumkur 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 Benkikere

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benkikere is 612339. The village spans a total geographical area of 424.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 572221. Turuvekere is nearest town to Benkikere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Benkikere

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 541 263 278
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 56 24 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) 39 21 18
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 388 207 181
Illiterate Population 153 56 97

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

  • The total population of Benkikere village is around 541, including approximately 263 males and 278 females, with a sex ratio of 1057 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 56 children aged 0–6 years in Benkikere village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Benkikere village has 39 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Benkikere village is about 71.72%, with male literacy at 78.71% and female literacy at 65.11%.
  • There are around 133 households in Benkikere village.

Connectivity of Benkikere

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Benkikere

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

Hedagihalli Devihalli Abalakatte Goni Tumkur Nagalapura Obbenagasandra Mudigere Byadarahalli Karadigere Mavinakere Rajapura

Frequently Asked Questions about Benkikere

Where is Benkikere located?
Benkikere village is situated in Turuvekere Taluka, within the Tumkur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benkikere?
The Gram Panchayat of Benkikere is Muthugadahalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Benkikere?
The pincode of Benkikere is 572221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Benkikere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benkikere is 541, with 263 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Benkikere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benkikere village has a total of 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benkikere as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benkikere is 71.72%. The male literacy rate is 78.71%, while the female literacy rate is 65.11%.