Benagaon

Benagaon is a village located in Sirsi taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Sirsi (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Devanalli is the gram panchayat of Benagaon village.

Benagaon has its own place in the vibrant Uttara Kannada 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 Benagaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benagaon is 603156. The village spans a total geographical area of 1458.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581315. Sirsi is nearest town to Benagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.

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Population of Benagaon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 695 346 349
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 78 37 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 27 13 14
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 337 180 157
Illiterate Population 358 166 192

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

  • The total population of Benagaon village is around 695, including approximately 346 males and 349 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 78 children aged 0–6 years in Benagaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Benagaon village has 27 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Benagaon village is about 48.49%, with male literacy at 52.02% and female literacy at 44.99%.
  • There are around 170 households in Benagaon village.

Connectivity of Benagaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Benagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Benagaon 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Benagaon

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Benagaon

Where is Benagaon located?
Benagaon village is situated in Sirsi Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Benagaon is Devanalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Benagaon?
The pincode of Benagaon is 581315, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Benagaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benagaon is 695, with 346 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Benagaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benagaon village has a total of 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benagaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benagaon is 48.49%. The male literacy rate is 52.02%, while the female literacy rate is 44.99%.