Beknal
Beknal is a village 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.
Beknal has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur 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 Beknal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Beknal is 567967. The village spans a total geographical area of 342 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416502. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to Beknal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Beknal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kagal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Beknal
Population of Beknal
Below is a concise population overview of Beknal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,709 | 886 | 823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 83 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 44 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,209 | 705 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 181 | 319 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Beknal village:
- The total population of Beknal village is around 1,709, including approximately 886 males and 823 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 138 children aged 0–6 years in Beknal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Beknal village has 79 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Beknal village is about 70.74%, with male literacy at 79.57% and female literacy at 61.24%.
- There are around 383 households in Beknal village.
Connectivity of Beknal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Beknal. As per the 2011 stats, Beknal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Beknal
Knowing the nearby villages of Beknal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Beknal.
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%.