Benkanhal

Benkanhal is a village located in the Maski Subdivision of Raichur district,Karnataka, India. This article provides a comprehensive overview of Benkanhal, covering its demographics, population statistics, household data, administrative structure, geographical area, connectivity, educational and medical facilities, electricity supply, drinking water sources, and nearby villages.

Benkanhal Overview

Administrative & Basic Details
VillageBenkanhal
Pincode584122
Area473 Sq. Km
Village Code600517
Sub-DistrictMaski
Sub-District Code7101
DistrictRaichur
District Code546
State/UTKarnataka
State/UT Code29
Gram PanchayatDigganayakanabhavi
Gram Panchayat Code273071
Block PanchayatMaski
Block Panchayat Code296814
Total Population (2011 Census)563
Total Households93
Nearest TownCHINCHOLI (Distance: 27 Km)

Benkanhal has a population of 563 as recorded in the 2011 Census. It falls under the jurisdiction of Digganayakanabhavi Gram Panchayat and the Maski Block Panchayat in Maski District. The village has 93 households and is identified by village code 600517. Benkanhal is located in the 584122 postal area, contributing significantly to the rural administrative structure of Maski Sub-District.

Total Population of Benkanhal

As of the 2011 census, Population of Benkanhal has a population of approximately 563 people, where the male population is 292 and the female population is 271.

Total 563
Male 292
Female 271

Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Population of Benkanhal

The population data for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) in Benkanhal is as follows:

Scheduled Caste (SC)
Total Scheduled Caste 89
Male 48
Female 41
Scheduled Tribe (ST)
Total Scheduled Tribe 0
Male 0
Female 0

Household in Benkanhal

There are approximately 93 households in Benkanhal. The average household size in the village is about 6 persons per house.

Type Stats
Household 93
People / Family 6

Assembly & Parliament Constituency of Benkanhal

Benkanhal falls under the Maski Assembly and Parliament Constituency. The nearest town to Benkanhal is Maski, which serves as the central hub for all major economic activities in the region.

Understanding Literacy Rates in Benkanhal Village

As per the 2011 Census, Benkanhal presents important statistics regarding its literacy and illiteracy rates.

Literacy in Benkanhal Village (2011):

Total 292
Male 191
Female 101

illiteracy in Benkanhal Village (2011):

Total 271
Male 101
Female 170

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Connectivity of Benkanhal


Connectivity Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance
Communication Available

Electricity Facilities


Electricity Supply Available
Domestic Electricity Not Available
Agricultural Electricity Not Available
Other Electricity Uses Not Available
All Households Electrified Yes

Education Facilities


Has Education Facility?Available
Primary School1
Middle School0
Secondary School0
Senior Secondary0
College0

Medical Facilities


Medical FacilityAvailable (Within 3-5 km)
Allopathic Hospital0
Ayurvedic Hospital0
Unani Hospital0
Homeopathic Hospital0
DispensariesAllopathic: 0, Ayurvedic: 0, Unani: 0, Homeo: 0
Primary Health Centre (PHC)
Other Medical Centres0

Drinking Water Facilities


Water Facility Available
Tap Water Not Available
Well Available
Tank Not Available
Tubewell Not Available
Handpump Available
Other Sources Not Available

Frequently Asked Questions About Benkanhal Village

The total population of Benkanhal Village is approximately 563 people.

The male population is 292, while the female population is 271.

Benkanhal Village has about 93 households.

The average household size in Benkanhal is approximately 6 people per household.

The total literate population is 292, which includes 191 males and 101 females.

The total illiterate population is 271, consisting of 101 males and 170 females.

There are 141 villages in the Maski Sub-District.

Benkanhal Village falls under the Digganayakanabhavi Gram Panchayat.

The Pincode for Benkanhal Village is 584122.

Benkanhal Village is part of the Maski Block Panchayat.