Kenchanagudda - Siruguppa, Ballari
Kenchanagudda is a village situated in the Siruguppa taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from Siruguppa and around 60 km from Bellary. Kenchanagudda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenchanagudda is 604772. The village covers a total geographical area of 1134.58 hectares and falls under the 583121 pincode. Siruguppa is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kenchanagudda 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 Kenchanagudda
As per Census 2011, Kenchanagudda village has a total population of 5,453 people, consisting of 2,689 males and 2,764 females. The village has 955 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 949 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,598 literate and 3,855 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,983 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,088 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kenchanagudda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,453 | 2,689 | 2,764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 949 | 470 | 479 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,983 | 1,481 | 1,502 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,088 | 517 | 571 |
| Literate Population | 1,598 | 999 | 599 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,855 | 1,690 | 2,165 |
Nearby Villages of Kenchanagudda
Kenchanagudda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Herakal | South | 3.45 km |
| Kurtkota (d) | West | 3.59 km |
| Devalapura | East | 3.90 km |
| Siruguppa | North-East | 4.64 km |
| Dasanur | North | 4.73 km |
| Arlihalli(simth Mukunda) | South-West | 6.21 km |
| Mukunda | West | 6.87 km |
| Kengal | North | 7.33 km |
| Salgunda | North-West | 7.35 km |
| Nittur | South | 7.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kenchanagudda
Kenchanagudda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Isivi, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siruguppa to Kenchanagudda is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Kenchanagudda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kenchanagudda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kenchanagudda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kenchanagudda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kenchanagudda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kenchanagudda
Where is Kenchanagudda located?
Kenchanagudda village is located in Siruguppa Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenchanagudda?
Kenchanagudda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kenchanagudda?
The pincode of Kenchanagudda is 583121.
What is the population of Kenchanagudda?
Kenchanagudda has a total population of 5,453, including 2,689 males and 2,764 females.
How many households are there in Kenchanagudda?
There are 955 households in Kenchanagudda.
What is the literacy rate in Kenchanagudda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenchanagudda is 29.30%. Male literacy is 37.15% and female literacy is 21.67%.