Kengora - Danta, Banas Kantha
Kengora is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Sembalpani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kengora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kengora is 507829. The village covers a total geographical area of 258.36 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kengora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kengora
According to the 2011 Census, Kengora village had a total population of 261 people, including 138 males and 123 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.22%, with male literacy at 63.11% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 261.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 261 | 138 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 138 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 65 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 73 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Kengora
Kengora is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kengora
Kengora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambaji to Kengora is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Kengora is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kengora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kengora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kengora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kengora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kengora
Where is Kengora located?
Kengora village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kengora?
The Gram Panchayat of Kengora is Sembalpani.
What is the pincode of Kengora?
The pincode of Kengora is 385110.
What is the population of Kengora?
Kengora had a total population of 261, including 138 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Kengora?
Kengora had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kengora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kengora was 49.22%. Male literacy was 63.11% and female literacy was 33.33%.