Kenchagarabelagal - Siruguppa, Ballari
Kenchagarabelagal is a village situated in the Siruguppa taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from Siruguppa and around 79 km from Bellary. K.belalgal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenchagarabelagal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenchagarabelagal is 604839. The village covers a total geographical area of 3655.31 hectares and falls under the 583121 pincode. Siruguppa is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kenchagarabelagal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Siruguppa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kenchagarabelagal
As per Census 2011, Kenchagarabelagal village has a total population of 5,151 people, consisting of 2,587 males and 2,564 females. The village has 899 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 856 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,811 literate and 3,340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,069 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,070 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kenchagarabelagal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,151 | 2,587 | 2,564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 856 | 442 | 414 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,069 | 528 | 541 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,070 | 547 | 523 |
| Literate Population | 1,811 | 1,123 | 688 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,340 | 1,464 | 1,876 |
Nearby Villages of Kenchagarabelagal
Kenchagarabelagal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mudenur | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Honnur | South | 3.95 km |
| Nagarakanvi | South | 4.26 km |
| Holagunda | South-East | 5.87 km |
| Mylapura | South-West | 6.17 km |
| Hirehal | North-West | 6.18 km |
| Gajjehalli | North-East | 6.21 km |
| Bandrahal | North | 6.23 km |
| Kotehalsugur | North-West | 6.34 km |
| Marlamadiki | South | 6.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kenchagarabelagal
Kenchagarabelagal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Isivi, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siruguppa to Kenchagarabelagal is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Kenchagarabelagal is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kenchagarabelagal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kenchagarabelagal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kenchagarabelagal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kenchagarabelagal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kenchagarabelagal
Where is Kenchagarabelagal located?
Kenchagarabelagal village is located in Siruguppa Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenchagarabelagal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenchagarabelagal is K.belalgal.
What is the pincode of Kenchagarabelagal?
The pincode of Kenchagarabelagal is 583121.
What is the population of Kenchagarabelagal?
Kenchagarabelagal has a total population of 5,151, including 2,587 males and 2,564 females.
How many households are there in Kenchagarabelagal?
There are 899 households in Kenchagarabelagal.
What is the literacy rate in Kenchagarabelagal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenchagarabelagal is 35.16%. Male literacy is 43.41% and female literacy is 26.83%.