Kanchinal
Kanchinal is a village located in Indi taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Indi (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Umarani is the gram panchayat of Kanchinal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchinal unique in its vibrant Indi-Bijapur region. You’ll see Kanchinal’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 Kanchinal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchinal is 599175. The village spans a total geographical area of 417.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586112. Indi is nearest town to Kanchinal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanchinal 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 Nagthan 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 Kanchinal
Population of Kanchinal
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchinal has a total population of about 383, with approximately 189 males and 194 females. The sex ratio is around 1026 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 66 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 248 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.91%, with male literacy at about 55.03% and female literacy near 46.91%. There are around 69 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchinal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 383 | 189 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 39 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 120 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 195 | 104 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 85 | 103 |
Connectivity of Kanchinal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchinal. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchinal 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanchinal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchinal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchinal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchinal
- Where is Kanchinal located?
- Kanchinal village is situated in Indi Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchinal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanchinal is Umarani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanchinal?
- The pincode of Kanchinal is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanchinal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchinal is 383, with 189 males and 194 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchinal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchinal village has a total of 69 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchinal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchinal is 50.91%. The male literacy rate is 55.03%, while the female literacy rate is 46.91%.