Bekinal - Talikoti, Vijayapura
Bekinal is a village situated in the Talikoti taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 37 km from Sindgi and around 81 km from Bijapur. Bekinal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bekinal is 599438. The village covers a total geographical area of 1423.84 hectares and falls under the 586118 pincode. Talikota is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bekinal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devar Hippargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bekinal
As per Census 2011, Bekinal village has a total population of 1,948 people, consisting of 933 males and 1,015 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 1,087 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,063 literate and 885 illiterate residents. Additionally, 312 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bekinal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,948 | 933 | 1,015 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 142 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 146 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,063 | 631 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 885 | 302 | 583 |
Nearby Villages of Bekinal
Bekinal 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bannihatti(p.t) | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Turkangeri | North | 2.72 km |
| Rampur(p.t) | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Aski | South | 4.64 km |
| Budihal(p.t) | North-East | 4.89 km |
| Jalpur | South-West | 5.40 km |
| Binjalbhavi | West | 5.49 km |
| Algur | North | 6.33 km |
| Kalkeri | West | 6.36 km |
| Muneerbommanhalli | East | 6.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bekinal
Bekinal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Benl, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Talikota to Bekinal is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Bekinal is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bekinal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bekinal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bekinal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bekinal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bekinal
Where is Bekinal located?
Bekinal village is located in Talikoti Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bekinal?
Bekinal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bekinal?
The pincode of Bekinal is 586118.
What is the population of Bekinal?
Bekinal has a total population of 1,948, including 933 males and 1,015 females.
How many households are there in Bekinal?
There are 398 households in Bekinal.
What is the literacy rate in Bekinal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bekinal is 54.57%. Male literacy is 67.63% and female literacy is 42.56%.