Kenkere

Kenkere is a village located in Gauribidanur taluka of Chikkaballapura district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Gauribidanur (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Chikkaballapur. As per 2009 stats, Gedare is the gram panchayat of Kenkere village.

Kenkere has its own place in the vibrant Chikkaballapura 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 Kenkere

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kenkere is 623220. The village spans a total geographical area of 294.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 561210. Gauribidanur is nearest town to Kenkere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kenkere 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 Gauribidanur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kenkere

Below is a concise population overview of Kenkere as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,275 638 637
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 115 60 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) 213 106 107
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 212 101 111
Literate Population 760 443 317
Illiterate Population 515 195 320

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kenkere village:

  • The total population of Kenkere village is around 1,275, including approximately 638 males and 637 females, with a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 115 children aged 0–6 years in Kenkere village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kenkere village has 213 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 212 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kenkere village is about 59.61%, with male literacy at 69.44% and female literacy at 49.76%.
  • There are around 327 households in Kenkere village.

Connectivity of Kenkere

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kenkere. As per the 2011 stats, Kenkere 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kenkere

Knowing the nearby villages of Kenkere helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kenkere.

Sonaganahalli Hale Upparahalli Kachamachanahalli Kurugodu Thammanahalli Dinamagattanahalli Narasimhanahalli Singanahalli Machenahalli Naduvalahalli Goddavalahalli Somasettyhalli

Frequently Asked Questions about Kenkere

Where is Kenkere located?
Kenkere village is situated in Gauribidanur Taluka, within the Chikkaballapura district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenkere?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenkere is Gedare (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kenkere?
The pincode of Kenkere is 561210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kenkere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kenkere is 1,275, with 638 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Kenkere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kenkere village has a total of 327 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kenkere as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kenkere is 59.61%. The male literacy rate is 69.44%, while the female literacy rate is 49.76%.