Kenchapura
About Kenchapura
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kenchapura village is 609227. Kenchapura village is located in Tarikere taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Tarikere (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Chikkanavangala is the gram panchayat of Kenchapura village.
The total geographical area of village is 458.84 hectares. Kenchapura has a total population of 659 peoples, out of which male population is 338 while female population is 321. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 949 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kenchapura village is 62.06% out of which 69.53% males and 54.21% females are literate. There are about 153 houses in kenchapura village. Pincode of kenchapura village locality is 577145.
When it comes to administration, Kenchapura village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kenchapura village comes under Tarikere Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency. Birur is nearest town to kenchapura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Kenchapura
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 659 | 338 | 321 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 235 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 103 | 147 |
Connectivity of Kenchapura
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kenchapura
Where is Kenchapura located?
Kenchapura village is situated in Tarikere Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenchapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenchapura is Chikkanavangala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kenchapura?
The pincode of Kenchapura is 577145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kenchapura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kenchapura is 659, with 338 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Kenchapura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kenchapura village has a total of 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kenchapura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kenchapura is 62.06%. The male literacy rate is 69.53%, while the female literacy rate is 54.21%.