Benken, CH
Benken: municipality in the canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland.
Quick Facts about Benken
| Population | 3,025 |
| Country | Switzerland |
| Postal code | 8717 |
| Plate code | SG |
| Phone Area Codes | 055 |
| Official name | Benken (SG) |
| Latitude & Longitude | 47.2000,9.0167 |
| Official language | Swiss Standard German |
| Altitude | 1,378 feet / 420 meters |
| Time Zone | UTC+01:00, UTC+02:00 |
| Local time | 01:03:46 (23rd September 2026) |
Geography
Benken is located at 47°12'0"N 9°1'0"E (47.2, 9.0166667). It has 6 neighbors: Uznach, Tuggen, Schubelbach, Schanis, Reichenburg and Kaltbrunn.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 3,015 | - | 2011-10-31T00:00:00Z |
| 2018 | 3,025 | 0.33% | 2011-10-31T00:00:00Z |