Kenchanagudda
Kenchanagudda is a village located in Siruguppa taluka of Bellary district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Siruguppa (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Bellary. As per 2009 stats, Kenchanagudda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kenchanagudda unique in its vibrant Siruguppa-Bellary region. You’ll see Kenchanagudda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kenchanagudda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kenchanagudda is 604772. The village spans a total geographical area of 1134.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 583222. Siruguppa is nearest town to Kenchanagudda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kenchanagudda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Siruguppa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Koppal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kenchanagudda
Population of Kenchanagudda
According to the 2011 Census, Kenchanagudda has a total population of about 5,453, with approximately 2,689 males and 2,764 females. The sex ratio is around 1027 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 949 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,983 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,088. The overall literacy rate is approximately 29.30%, with male literacy at about 37.15% and female literacy near 21.67%. There are around 955 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kenchanagudda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Kenchanagudda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kenchanagudda. As per the 2011 stats, Kenchanagudda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kenchanagudda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kenchanagudda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kenchanagudda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kenchanagudda
- Where is Kenchanagudda located?
- Kenchanagudda village is situated in Siruguppa Taluka, within the Bellary district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kenchanagudda?
- Kenchanagudda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kenchanagudda?
- The pincode of Kenchanagudda is 583222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kenchanagudda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kenchanagudda is 5,453, with 2,689 males and 2,764 females.
- How many households are there in Kenchanagudda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kenchanagudda village has a total of 955 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kenchanagudda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kenchanagudda is 29.30%. The male literacy rate is 37.15%, while the female literacy rate is 21.67%.