Benaulim

Benaulim

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native_name = Benaulim | type = city | latd = 15.25| longd = 73.92
state_name = Goa
district = South Goa
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population_as_of = 2001
population_total = 10,163| population_density =
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It is a town of immense natural beauty, located along the scenic south goa coastline. Legend has it that Lord Parashurama, incarnation of Lord Vishnu, shot an arrow from the Sahyadri mountains in adjacent konkan; the arrow (Baan in Sanskrit) landed at the site of this present-day town. The village also host a special significance for Christians as it is the birthplace of Father Joseph Vaz.

Geography

Benaulim is located at coord|15.25|N|73.92|E| [ [http://www.fallingrain.com/world/IN/33/Benaulim.html Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Benaulim] ] . It has an average elevation of 1 metres (3 feet).

Demographics

As of 2001 India census [GR|India] , Benaulim had a population of 10,163. Males constitute 49% of the population and females 51%. Benaulim has an average literacy rate of 74%, higher than the national average of 59.5%; with 51% of the males and 49% of females literate. 9% of the population is under 6 years of age.

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