Kengunte - Holalkere, Chitradurga
Kengunte is a village situated in the Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Holalkere and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Malladihalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kengunte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kengunte is 605673. The village covers a total geographical area of 611.24 hectares and falls under the 577531 pincode. Holalkere is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kengunte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Holalkere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kengunte
As per Census 2011, Kengunte village has a total population of 1,425 people, consisting of 730 males and 695 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,043 literate and 382 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 98 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kengunte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,425 | 730 | 695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 68 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 125 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 1,043 | 568 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 162 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Kengunte
Kengunte is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Malladihalli | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Shivapura | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Abradasikatte | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Vanakemaradi Kaval | West | 2.60 km |
| N.mallapura | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Gundimadu | East | 3.37 km |
| Dummi | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Hulemalali | North | 3.72 km |
| Basapura | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Ramagatta | North-West | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kengunte
Kengunte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Holalkere, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Holalkere to Kengunte is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Kengunte is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kengunte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kengunte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kengunte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kengunte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kengunte
Where is Kengunte located?
Kengunte village is located in Holalkere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kengunte?
The Gram Panchayat of Kengunte is Malladihalli.
What is the pincode of Kengunte?
The pincode of Kengunte is 577531.
What is the population of Kengunte?
Kengunte has a total population of 1,425, including 730 males and 695 females.
How many households are there in Kengunte?
There are 362 households in Kengunte.
What is the literacy rate in Kengunte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kengunte is 73.19%. Male literacy is 77.81% and female literacy is 68.35%.