Kenginal
Kenginal is a village located in Indi taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Indi (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Benakanhalli is the gram panchayat of Kenginal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kenginal unique in its vibrant Indi-Bijapur region. You’ll see Kenginal’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 Kenginal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kenginal is 599289. The village spans a total geographical area of 499.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586112. Indi is nearest town to Kenginal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kenginal 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 Indi 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 Kenginal
Population of Kenginal
According to the 2011 Census, Kenginal has a total population of about 1,016, with approximately 535 males and 481 females. The sex ratio is around 899 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 126 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 114 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 67.42%, with male literacy at about 77.57% and female literacy near 56.13%. There are around 218 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kenginal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,016 | 535 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 76 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 685 | 415 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 120 | 211 |
Connectivity of Kenginal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kenginal. As per the 2011 stats, Kenginal 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kenginal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kenginal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kenginal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kenginal
- Where is Kenginal located?
- Kenginal village is situated in Indi Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kenginal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kenginal is Benakanhalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kenginal?
- The pincode of Kenginal is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kenginal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kenginal is 1,016, with 535 males and 481 females.
- How many households are there in Kenginal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kenginal village has a total of 218 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kenginal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kenginal is 67.42%. The male literacy rate is 77.57%, while the female literacy rate is 56.13%.