Kanakal
Kanakal is a village located in Basavana Bagevadi taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Basavana Bagevadi (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Kanakal village is also a gram panchayat.
Kanakal has its own place in the vibrant Bijapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kanakal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanakal is 599557. The village spans a total geographical area of 2272.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586112. Basavana Bagevadi is nearest town to Kanakal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanakal 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 Devar Hippargi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanakal
Population of Kanakal
Below is a concise population overview of Kanakal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,643 | 1,288 | 1,355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 169 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 172 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,317 | 770 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,326 | 518 | 808 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanakal village:
- The total population of Kanakal village is around 2,643, including approximately 1,288 males and 1,355 females, with a sex ratio of 1052 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 358 children aged 0–6 years in Kanakal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanakal village has 347 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanakal village is about 49.83%, with male literacy at 59.78% and female literacy at 40.37%.
- There are around 489 households in Kanakal village.
Connectivity of Kanakal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanakal. As per the 2011 stats, Kanakal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanakal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanakal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanakal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanakal
- Where is Kanakal located?
- Kanakal village is situated in Basavana Bagevadi Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanakal?
- Kanakal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanakal?
- The pincode of Kanakal is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanakal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanakal is 2,643, with 1,288 males and 1,355 females.
- How many households are there in Kanakal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanakal village has a total of 489 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanakal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanakal is 49.83%. The male literacy rate is 59.78%, while the female literacy rate is 40.37%.