Kenchalarkop - Savadatti, Belagavi
Kenchalarkop is a village situated in the Savadatti taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 1 km from Parasgad and around 99 km from Belgaum. Goravanakolla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenchalarkop village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenchalarkop is 598234. The village covers a total geographical area of 394.8 hectares and falls under the 591126 pincode. Soundatti is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Kenchalarkop village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bailhongal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Belagavi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kenchalarkop
As per Census 2011, Kenchalarkop village has a total population of 78 people, consisting of 36 males and 42 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,166 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 41 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kenchalarkop are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 3 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 12 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Kenchalarkop
Kenchalarkop is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gurlhosur | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Nadavinahalli | North | 3.57 km |
| Shingarkop | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Kadihalli | North-East | 4.44 km |
| Saundatti (rural) | South | 4.94 km |
| Asundi | West | 5.80 km |
| Vatnal | North-East | 6.18 km |
| Mugali | North-West | 6.76 km |
| Renukanagar | East | 6.87 km |
| Badli | North | 7.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kenchalarkop
Kenchalarkop is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dharwar, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.9 km.
| 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 Soundatti to Kenchalarkop is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Kenchalarkop is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kenchalarkop
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kenchalarkop village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kenchalarkop
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kenchalarkop village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kenchalarkop
Where is Kenchalarkop located?
Kenchalarkop village is located in Savadatti Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenchalarkop?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenchalarkop is Goravanakolla.
What is the pincode of Kenchalarkop?
The pincode of Kenchalarkop is 591126.
What is the population of Kenchalarkop?
Kenchalarkop has a total population of 78, including 36 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Kenchalarkop?
There are 16 households in Kenchalarkop.
What is the literacy rate in Kenchalarkop?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenchalarkop is 52.56%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 40.48%.