Kanchagallu

Kanchagallu is a village located in Kadur taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kadur (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, K Bidre is the gram panchayat of Kanchagallu village.

Kanchagallu has its own place in the vibrant Chikmagalur 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 Kanchagallu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchagallu is 609576. The village spans a total geographical area of 613.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577138. Kadur is nearest town to Kanchagallu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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

Google Map of Kanchagallu

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Kanchagallu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 816 406 410
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 73 43 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) 122 62 60
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 27 13 14
Literate Population 574 299 275
Illiterate Population 242 107 135

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

  • The total population of Kanchagallu village is around 816, including approximately 406 males and 410 females, with a sex ratio of 1009 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 73 children aged 0–6 years in Kanchagallu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanchagallu village has 122 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 27 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanchagallu village is about 70.34%, with male literacy at 73.65% and female literacy at 67.07%.
  • There are around 211 households in Kanchagallu village.

Connectivity of Kanchagallu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchagallu. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchagallu 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kanchagallu

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchagallu

Where is Kanchagallu located?
Kanchagallu village is situated in Kadur Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanchagallu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanchagallu is K Bidre (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kanchagallu?
The pincode of Kanchagallu is 577138, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanchagallu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchagallu is 816, with 406 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Kanchagallu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanchagallu village has a total of 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchagallu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchagallu is 70.34%. The male literacy rate is 73.65%, while the female literacy rate is 67.07%.