Benikre

Benikre is a village located in Kagal tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Kagal (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Benikre village is also a gram panchayat.

Benikre 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 Benikre

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Benikre is 567718. The village spans a total geographical area of 1059.23 hectares. Murgud is nearest town to Benikre village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Benikre

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,099 1,073 1,026
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 237 124 113
Scheduled Castes (SC) 128 65 63
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,374 800 574
Illiterate Population 725 273 452

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

  • The total population of Benikre village is around 2,099, including approximately 1,073 males and 1,026 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 237 children aged 0–6 years in Benikre village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Benikre village has 128 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Benikre village is about 65.46%, with male literacy at 74.56% and female literacy at 55.95%.
  • There are around 443 households in Benikre village.

Connectivity of Benikre

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

Nearby Villages of Benikre

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

Bastavade Kaulage Chikhali Kasaba Hamidwada Metage Haladi Arjunwada Kardyal Galgale Khadakewada Arjuni

Frequently Asked Questions about Benikre

Where is Benikre located?
Benikre village is situated in Kagal Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benikre?
Benikre serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Benikre as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benikre is 2,099, with 1,073 males and 1,026 females.
How many households are there in Benikre as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benikre village has a total of 443 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benikre as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benikre is 65.46%. The male literacy rate is 74.56%, while the female literacy rate is 55.95%.