Beknal
About Beknal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Beknal village is 567967. Beknal village is located in Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Gadhinglaj (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Bekanal is the gram panchayat of Beknal village.
The total geographical area of village is 342 hectares. Beknal has a total population of 1,709 peoples, out of which male population is 886 while female population is 823. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 928 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of beknal village is 70.74% out of which 79.57% males and 61.24% females are literate. There are about 383 houses in beknal village. Pincode of beknal village locality is 416502.
When it comes to administration, Beknal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Beknal village comes under Kagal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to beknal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Beknal
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,709 | 886 | 823 |
| Literate Population | 1,209 | 705 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 181 | 319 |
Connectivity of Beknal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Beknal
Where is Beknal located?
Beknal village is situated in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beknal?
The Gram Panchayat of Beknal is Bekanal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Beknal?
The pincode of Beknal is 416502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Beknal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Beknal is 1,709, with 886 males and 823 females.
How many households are there in Beknal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Beknal village has a total of 383 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beknal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Beknal is 70.74%. The male literacy rate is 79.57%, while the female literacy rate is 61.24%.